1
a
: a small bundle or parcel
b
: a small thin package
c
British
(1)
d
chiefly British
: a considerable amount
that trip will cost a packet
2
a
: a number of letters dispatched at one time
b
: a small group, cluster, or mass
3
: a passenger boat usually carrying mail and cargo
4
British
: a pack of cigarettes
5
: a short fixed-length section of data that is transmitted as a unit in an electronic communications network
Examples of packet in a Sentence
I got two packets of broccoli seeds to plant this summer.
He puts two packets of sugar in his coffee.
Could you get me another packet of ketchup?
Your information packet includes a map and a schedule of all the events at the conference.
I received the packet of legal papers today.
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In October, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Pentagon reporters a packet of restrictions to sign in order to retain access to the military headquarters.
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Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 3 Dec. 2025
The brand is known for its Japanese-style joinery, meaning no tools, a packet of instructions, or too-small allen wrenches will stand between you and a good night’s sleep.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
Taco seasoning and a packet of ranch seasoning help add even more flavor.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
It will be served with two jelly packets and margarine spread.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Nov. 2025
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Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 3 Dec. 2025
The brand is known for its Japanese-style joinery, meaning no tools, a packet of instructions, or too-small allen wrenches will stand between you and a good night’s sleep.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
Taco seasoning and a packet of ranch seasoning help add even more flavor.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
It will be served with two jelly packets and margarine spread.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Nov. 2025
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“Packet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/packet. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
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packet
noun
pack·et
ˈpak-ət 
1
: a passenger boat carrying mail and cargo on a regular schedule
2
: a small bundle or parcel
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