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    Paquets (en. Packages)

    /pa.kɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A parcel or bundle of items packed together.
    She received packages by mail.
    Elle a reçu des paquets par la poste.
    A data packet in computing.
    The packages are sent over the network.
    Les paquets sont envoyés sur le réseau.
    A unit of mail in postal services.
    He shipped two packages yesterday.
    Il a expédié deux paquets hier.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'pacquet', diminutive of 'pac', meaning 'loading'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make packages
    Preparing items for transport.
    faire des paquets
    to be in the same boat
    Having the same circumstances or conditions.
    être dans le même paquet
    surprise package
    A parcel containing unexpected items.
    paquet surprise

    Related Words

    packaging
    The act of putting items into packages.
    paquetage
    unpacking
    The process of opening and unpacking packages.
    dépaketage
    repackaging
    The act of putting items back into a package.
    repaquetage

    Slang Meanings

    A pack of cigarettes.
    He bought a pack to smoke after dinner.
    Il a acheté un paquet pour fumer après le dîner.
    A household or group of people.
    We are all in the same boat, so we support each other.
    On est tous dans le même paquet, donc on se soutient.