dealing

noun

deal·​ing ˈdē-liŋ 

1

: method of business : manner of conduct

2

dealings plural : friendly or business interactions

Synonyms of dealing

• interaction
• relation

Examples of dealing in a Sentence

There were reports of shady dealings between the two sides.

He has a reputation for fair dealing.

Recent Examples on the Web

In recent weeks, the waterway has once again become center-stage in Washington’s dealings with Tehran. — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026

Yet none of these dealings inherently benefit the American public. — Sarah Polcz, Time, 12 Aug. 2026

This year, he’s gone — after the FBI raided his home and office in February as part of a broader investigation into his dealings with a tech contractor. — Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026

In addition to the federal investigations, Mills has been accused of misrepresenting his military record, engaging in unethical business dealings, assaulting a girlfriend and stalking an ex-girlfriend. — Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing dealing

• dealing box
• double-dealing
• self-dealing

Rhymes for dealing

• ceiling
• feeling
• healing
• heeling
• keeling
• kneeling
• pealing
• peeling
• reeling
• sealing
• squealing
• stealing

Kids Definition

dealing

noun

1

plural : friendly or business relations

dealings with an automobile agency

2

: a way of acting or of doing business

fair dealing