Meaning & Definition of word "Deliver"

Deliver

/dɪˈlɪvər/

1. to bring and hand over (a letter, parcel, etc.) to the proper recipient.
- Example: The courier will deliver the package by noon.
2. to provide (something promised or expected).
- Example: The team needs to deliver results by the end of the quarter.
3. to express or communicate (information or a speech).
- Example: She will deliver a speech at the conference on climate change.
4. to produce or give birth to (a baby).
- Example: The hospital is equipped to deliver babies safely.
5. to perform or execute (a task or action).
- Example: He was able to deliver on his promise to finish the project early.

Middle English, from Old French 'delivrer', from Latin 'deliberare' meaning to free, to set free.

deliver on a promise:

To fulfill or meet the expectations of a promise.

deliver the goods:

To perform reliably in a specified way, to meet expectations.

deliver as promised:

To provide what was agreed upon or expected.

deliver a blow:

To strike forcefully.

to deliver a message:

To communicate a message to someone.

delivery:

The act of delivering something.

delivering:

The process of bringing something to a destination.

deliverer:

A person or company that delivers items.

deliverable:

Something able to be delivered.

Meaning: To bring something right away.

Example Sentence: I need that report on my desk ASAP, so can you deliver?

Meaning: To perform exceptionally well.

Example Sentence: He really delivered in his last game.