dealing

1 of 2

noun

deal·​ing ˈdē-liŋ 

1

: method of business : manner of conduct

2

dealings plural : friendly or business interactions

dealing

2 of 2

present participle of deal entry 1

Synonyms of dealing

Noun

• interaction
• relation

Examples of dealing in a Sentence

Noun

There were reports of shady dealings between the two sides.

He has a reputation for fair dealing.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The two London clubs’ transfer dealings got off to a controversial start with Ashley Cole’s infamous move from Arsenal, a deal clouded by accusations of tapping up and considerable hostility. — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026

Adopting this confident mindset could lead China to act with more restraint in its dealings with the United States—which could in turn bring a further degree of calm to the relationship. — Da Wei, Foreign Affairs, 7 Sep. 2026

The Dodgers’ billionaire owner, hardly an average fan, is under intense scrutiny these days, following the sale of his controlling interest in the Lakers and a federal investigation into his business dealings. — Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026

Maduro’s lawyers argue that Washington’s dealings with Rodríguez expose a contradiction in its position. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

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