Package (Noun)
Meaning 1
(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory; "the market for software is expected to expand".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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- CAD
- Function
- Add-on
- Shareware
- Beta Software
- Authoring Language
- Program
- Computer Programme
- Programme
- Computer Program
- Supervisory Software
- Alpha Software
- Computer-aided Design
- Malware
- Routine
- Spyware
- OS
- Operating System
- Documentation
- Procedure
- Freeware
- Shrink-wrapped Software
- Subroutine
- DBMS
- Compatible Software
- Groupware
- Software Documentation
- Plug-in
- Database Management System
- Upgrade
- Subprogram
Meaning 2
A collection of things wrapped or boxed together.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The store sells gift packages that include a variety of teas and candies.
- The company is shipping a large package of supplies to the remote village.
- The employee received a surprise package from her sister containing a cozy blanket.
- The subscription service delivers a monthly package of healthy snacks to its customers.
- The post office was closed before I could send the package to my friend overseas.
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Meaning 3
A wrapped container.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The courier delivered a large package to my doorstep this morning.
- She carefully wrapped the gift in colorful paper to create a beautiful package.
- The store clerk placed the items in a sturdy package to prevent them from breaking.
- The package was sealed with packing tape and labeled with my address.
- The mailman struggled to carry the heavy package up the stairs.