noun Uncommon

parcels

Parcels (noun) means plural of parcel: wrapped packages sent or carried, especially by post. Example: “The delivery van was stacked with parcels for the whole street.”

noun

Plural of parcel: wrapped packages sent or carried, especially by post.

"The delivery van was stacked with parcels for the whole street."

"She carried an armful of parcels back from the post office."

How to use parcels

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMore than one parcel — a package or bundle, usually one that gets mailed or delivered.

Common pairings

deliver parcels a stack of parcels send parcels

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Frequently asked questions

What does “parcels” mean?

The word “parcels” means plural of parcel: wrapped packages sent or carried, especially by post. In plain terms, more than one parcel — a package or bundle, usually one that gets mailed or delivered.

How do you use “parcels” in a sentence?

Here is “parcels” used in a sentence: “The delivery van was stacked with parcels for the whole street.”

What part of speech is “parcels”?

“Parcels” is a noun.

Is “parcels” a common word?

“Parcels” is an uncommon word in modern English.