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delivery

/dɪˈlɪv.ər.i/
de · liv · er · y
Plural:deliveries
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Adjective:deliverable
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delivery Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action of taking letters, parcels, or ordered goods to a person's house or place of work, or an item or consignment so transported.

Example

"Please allow up to five business days for the delivery of your online order."

2

The process of giving birth to a baby, or of assisting a mother in childbirth.

Example

"Both the mother and her newborn daughter are resting comfortably after a smooth delivery."

3

The manner or style of giving a speech, lecture, or performance.

Example

"The comedian's deadpan delivery made the simple joke even funnier to the audience."

4

The act or manner of throwing, pitching, or bowling a ball in sports such as baseball or cricket.

Example

"The fast bowler baffled the batter with a deceptive, curving delivery."

5

The formal or legal act of handing over property, a deed, or a Fulfilled obligation to another party.

Example

"The contract becomes legally binding only upon the physical delivery of the signed deed."

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• Rhymes for delivery

• Nearby Words

deliverable
deliverance
deliverer
delivery
deliveryman
dell
della

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Anglo-French 'deliveree' (a handing over or setting free), ultimately derived from Late Latin 'deliberare' (to set free), from 'de-' (away) and 'liberare' (to free).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Delivery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/delivery
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