package (n.)

  1. a collection of things wrapped or boxed together

    [ Syn: bundle , packet , parcel ]

  2. a wrapped container

    [ Syn: parcel ]

  3. (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

    [ Syn: software , software program , computer software , software system , software package ]

    package (v.)

  1. put into a box; box the gift, please

    [ Syn: box ]

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