deliver
|de/liv/er|
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/dɪˈlɪvər/
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/dɪˈlɪvə/
transporting to a destination
Etymology
'deliver' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'delivrer,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'livrer' meant 'to set free.'
'delivrer' transformed into the Middle English word 'deliveren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliver.'
Initially, it meant 'to set free or liberate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring and hand over.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to bring and hand over (a letter, parcel, or ordered goods) to the proper recipient or address.
The courier will deliver the package by noon.
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Verb 2
to provide or produce (a service or result).
The company promises to deliver excellent customer service.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40