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

That includes drug dealing, drug use, any type of violence and then holding people accountable in the criminal justice system, not just releasing people. — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Many locals have come to view him sympathetically, as an addict drawn back into a life of drug abuse, that also happened to include high-level drug dealing. — Guthrie Scrimgeour, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2026

Global soccer leaders have used financial aid and development grants to small nations to push through initiatives and cover up inappropriate business dealings. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 31 July 2026

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

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