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

So much happened as a result of this trade, not just in the immediate but in the future dealings and drama for both organizations. — Zach Harper, New York Times, 28 July 2026

This week, news media in Argentina mistakenly reported that Tapia and Toviggino had received subpoenas to appear before the grand jury in Miami regarding the AFA’s financial dealings. — Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

Now a review of Gates’ dealings with Epstein shows the relationship Buffett distanced himself from was closer than previously known. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 22 July 2026

Still, throughout his 2020 campaign, Ossoff kept his focus on Perdue’s personal business dealings and the Republican reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic. — ABC News, 18 July 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