parcel

noun

ˈpär-səl How to pronounce parcel (audio)
Definition of parcelnext
1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit her absurd explanation for the collision was a parcel of lies

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2
as in field
a small area of usually open land wandered around the little parcel out back

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3
as in property
a small piece of land that is developed or available for development subdivided the huge farm into smaller parcels for sale

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4
as in group
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit a parcel of kids trailing at their heels

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5
as in package
a wrapped or sealed case containing an item or set of items received a mysterious parcel in the mail

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Recent Examples of parcel Documents show that Gillon is looking to place 250 apartments and retail on the parcel as part of its long-term plan to bring 824 apartments to the district. — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026 The exemption had allowed the company to ship small parcels directly to its customers tariff free, a model that, combined with its Chinese supply chain, contributed to its rapid ascent. — John Liu, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026 Kingsbarn owns an 83-acre parcel historically known as Hazel Green Ranch near Yosemite's western boundary. — Annie Palmer, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026 According to the letter from they Copleys’ attorneys, the couple purchased two parcels of land totaling 50 acres along Rocum Road in 2022, with plans to fix up and move into an old cottage on the property. — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for parcel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parcel
  1. cluster
  2. field
  3. property
  4. group
  5. package
  6. batch
  7. tract
  8. plot
Noun
  • These three mysterious elements of the cosmos have played a vital role in the evolution of large-scale cosmic structures like galaxies and galaxy clusters.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The executive observed that data analysis shows a younger customer has approached the brand, in addition to its loyal cluster of longtime clients in the 40- to 55-year-old core bracket.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of cluster
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  • The utility company says more than 2,600 storm response workers are working to restore power, with another 800 field workers from outside Michigan on the way to assist.
    — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Malkovich is considered by prognosticators to be firmly in the mix in what is a very competitive best actor category this awards season with Matt Damon, Tom Cruise, Robert Pattinson, Andrew Scott, Sebastian Stan and Javier Bardem among a deep field.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of field
Noun
  • In 2010, researchers at Northumbria University discovered that a particular species of tart cherries, the Montmorency variety, contained anti-oxidative properties because of their high levels of polyphenols — particularly a type named anthocyanins.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The van was on airport property, while the SUV was outside the airport perimeter.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of property
Noun
  • Human rights groups and advocates have denounced mass and arbitrary arrests, torture and disappearances in the Central American nation's prison system.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Ontario County First Assistant District Attorney James Nobles told the court that Arzuaga was at the center of the group accused of torturing Nordquist to death.
    — Madison Scott, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of group
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  • Van Ertvelde said most of the field this weekend is running the full cooling package — ducts, fans, chiller and driver cooling shirt.
    — Patrick Iversen, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Those states invested heavily in soundstages, developed skilled local crews, and created competitive incentive packages (up to 30 percent in Georgia and 40 percent in Louisiana).
    — Sam Roseme, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of package
Noun
  • In duplication or mirror mode, the machine prints up to four identical parts simultaneously, effectively quadrupling batch output without needing to ramp up raw print speed.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
  • She‘s still reeling from how quickly her business went from a bumper batch of orders to battling for its life.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of batch
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  • This insight could lead to more accurate care for those with urinary tract symptoms.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Although Salmonella primarily originates in the intestinal tracts of people and animals, including insects and birds, the bacterium is commonly found in the environment.
    — Kimberly Baker, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of tract
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  • In June, the FBI arrested five suspects in an alleged plot to target the Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House South Lawn with explosive-laden drones.
    — Seth G. Jones, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Other rules, such as removing shoes and the 3-1-1 liquids policy, were implemented in response to later, separate terrorist plots.
    — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of plot

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“Parcel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parcel. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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