Basic Details
Word: Package
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A box or container that holds things to be sent or delivered.
Synonyms: Parcel, bundle, carton
Antonyms: Unpackaged, loose
Idioms and Phrases
- Pack your bags: To prepare for a trip or to get ready to leave. Example: "We need to pack our bags for the holiday trip tomorrow!"
- You cant judge a package by its wrapper: The appearance of something does not determine its value. Example: "Though the book looked old and dusty, remember, you cant judge a package by its wrapperit's one of the best stories Ive ever read."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The delivery man brought a large package to our door that contained my birthday present.
Example 2: We must ensure the package is securely sealed before mailing it to avoid any damage.
Example 3: She received a package from her friend who was travelling abroad, filled with souvenirs from different countries.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first recorded use of the word "package" dates back to the early 15th century? It was derived from the Old French word "pacquet," which means a small bundle.
Famous Quote
"The more you give your children, the more they tend to package themselves in order to fit." Liane Moriarty
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "package" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A box or container for sending things
c) A musical instrument
d) A game
Answer: b) A box or container for sending things
2. Which of these is a synonym of "package"?
a) Ship
b) Parcel
c) Car
d) Phone
Answer: b) Parcel
3. Which is an antonym of "package"?
a) Gift
b) Unpackaged
c) Delivery
d) Container
Answer: b) Unpackaged
4. Which sentence uses "package" correctly?
a) I baked a package for dessert.
b) The package arrived exactly on time.
c) She painted the package beautifully.
d) He walked the package to the park.
Answer: b) The package arrived exactly on time.
5. What does the idiom "pack your bags" mean?
a) To unpack something
b) To prepare for a trip
c) To wrap a gift
d) To clean up
Answer: b) To prepare for a trip
