noun
Common
packaging
Packaging (noun) means the materials used to wrap or box a product. Example: “The packaging was so thick that I needed scissors to open it.”
noun
1
The materials used to wrap or box a product.
"The packaging was so thick that I needed scissors to open it."
"Please keep the packaging in case you want to return the item."
"The company switched to recyclable packaging last year."
2
The way something is presented or promoted.
"Good packaging can make an ordinary idea look exciting to customers."
"The film's packaging as a family adventure hid its darker story."
"Critics said the candidate's image was all clever packaging and no substance."
How to use packaging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe wrapping or containers a product comes in, or more broadly, how something is presented to make it appealing.
Common pairings
eco-friendly packaging
product packaging
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Word forms
- Plural
- packagings
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Etymology
From "package" plus "-ing."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for packaging
aging
raging
paging
imaging
staging
damaging
engaging
managing
foraging
rummaging
massaging
averaging
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Frequently asked questions
What does “packaging” mean?
The word “packaging” means the materials used to wrap or box a product. In plain terms, the wrapping or containers a product comes in, or more broadly, how something is presented to make it appealing.
How do you use “packaging” in a sentence?
Here is “packaging” used in a sentence: “The company switched to recyclable packaging last year.”
What part of speech is “packaging”?
“Packaging” is a noun.
Is “packaging” a common word?
“Packaging” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “packaging” have?
“Packaging” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the materials used to wrap or box a product.
What is the difference between "packaging" and "packing"?
Packaging is the material a product is wrapped or boxed in, such as a box, wrapper, or container. Packing usually refers to the act of putting things into containers, or the loose material used to protect items in transit, such as bubble wrap or foam.
What is the difference between "packaging" and "wrapping"?
Wrapping is one form of packaging, typically a thin covering folded around an item, such as paper or plastic film. Packaging is the broader term covering all the materials used to contain and present a product, including boxes, bottles, and labels.
