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

  • (..) - Come on, George. George, stop. - Would you wait one moment... I can't believe a little thing like George speeding... ...and my whole weekend is gone. The plans, the packing. Everything. Your whole weekend? What about the bubble boy? Why do you keep bringing up the bubble boy? (..)
    1992 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Bubble Boy Season: 4 Episode 7