Meaning & Definition of word "Deal"

Deal

/diːl/

noun:

  • 1. An agreement or arrangement, especially in business or politics.
    • Example: They reached a deal to collaborate on the project.
  • 2. A transaction or an act of buying or selling.
    • Example: The dealer offered a great deal on the car.
  • 3. A quantity of something being dealt or distributed.
    • Example: He received a good deal of advice from his mentor.

verb:

  • 1. To distribute or apportion something.
    • Example: She will deal the cards for the game.
  • 2. To take action in a specified way.
    • Example: He dealt with the issue professionally.
  • 3. To negotiate or settle a matter.
    • Example: They dealt a fair bargain during the negotiation.

Etymology

Middle English delen, from Old English dǣlan 'to share, divide'

Common Phrases and Expressions

strike a deal:

to reach an agreement

deal with it:

to accept or manage a difficult situation

get the deal done:

to complete a business agreement

deal of the day:

a special offer or discount available for a limited time

Related Words

bargain:

an agreement on the price of goods or services

contract:

a written or spoken agreement that is enforceable by law

transaction:

an instance of buying or selling something

Slang Meanings of deal

Meaning: A good transaction or offer.

Example Sentence: That new phone was a sweet deal!

Meaning: To manage a situation, often used informally.

Example Sentence: Just deal with the mess and move on.