Meaning & Definition
verb
to bring and hand over (a letter, parcel, etc.) to the proper recipient.
The courier will deliver the package by noon.
to provide (something promised or expected).
The team needs to deliver results by the end of the quarter.
to express or communicate (information or a speech).
She will deliver a speech at the conference on climate change.
to produce or give birth to (a baby).
The hospital is equipped to deliver babies safely.
to perform or execute (a task or action).
He was able to deliver on his promise to finish the project early.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'delivrer', from Latin 'deliberare' meaning to free, to set free.
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
Slang Meanings
To bring something right away.
I need that report on my desk ASAP, so can you deliver?
To perform exceptionally well.
He really delivered in his last game.