packing

Definition

  • noun: the act or process of putting things into bags or boxes
  • noun: the action or process of packing something
  • synonyms: trick, collusion, stuffing

Examples

  • A loss in tomorrow's game will 'send' them 'packing'. [=will eliminate them from the competition]

  • ('Brit') For mail-order purchases, add £2.50 to the price to cover 'postage and packing'.

  • She isn't 'packing in' her skis [=she is not giving up skiing] just yet.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) turn and pull. Turn and pull. Forget about it, you'll be out no time. What are these things? They're weaken me. - Polystyrofoam packing peanuts. - Styrofoam? This is a "green-eyed man" written all of it! Have you seen a man with a green eye? (..)
    2008 Bolt