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

  • (..) Let's-- On second thought, Windward-- Let's transfer the whole Windward Division off the base. John, go on out there and get those boys down off the fence. They're packing their bags. Tom. - Sir. - Get me the president on the phone. We're surrendering our position in Cuba. - Yes, sir. (..)
    1992 A Few Good Men