Parceling — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb

Meaning & Definition of Parceling

Parceling (verb)

  1. to divide into parts, distribute —often used with out
  2. to make up into a parcel, wrap
  3. to cover (something, such as a rope) with strips of canvas or tape
  4. to divide (something, such as land) into separate, smaller parts especially in order to sell it
  5. to divide or share (something) among different people, groups, etc.
  6. to wrap (something) or put (something) into a box in order to mail it to someone

Parceling (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to give out (something) to appropriate individuals

    "parceled out the assignments for work on the parish fair"

    similar: administer, allocate, apportion, deal (out), dispense, distribute, dole out, hand out, mete (out), portion, prorate
    related: admeasure, allot, allow, appropriate, assign, dish out, divide, divvy (up), dollop (out), lot, measure (out), part, proportion, ration, redistribute, set, share (out), split, bestow, disburse, furnish, issue, provide, share, supply, circulate, disperse, disseminate, scatter, spread, chip in, contribute, donate, pledge, reallocate, reapportion
    opposite: misallocate
    near: begrudge, decline, deny, deprive (of), disallow, refuse, reject, withhold, niggle (out), pinch, skimp, stint

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Parceling

The most common words with a similar meaning to Parceling:

administer, allocate, apportion, deal (out), dispense, distribute, dole out, hand out, mete (out), portion, prorate

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Parceling

Words with the opposite meaning of Parceling:

misallocate

Related Words for Parceling

admeasure, allot, allow, appropriate, assign, dish out, divide, divvy (up), dollop (out), lot, measure (out), part, proportion, ration, redistribute, set, share (out), split, bestow, disburse, furnish, issue, provide, share, supply, circulate, disperse, disseminate, scatter, spread

Near Antonyms of Parceling

begrudge, decline, deny, deprive (of), disallow, refuse, reject, withhold, niggle (out), pinch, skimp, stint

Word Forms of Parceling

Inflections: parceled, parcelled, parcelling, parceled off, parcelled off, parceling off, parcelling off, parcels off, parceled out, parcelled out, parceling out, parcelling out, parcels out, parceled up, parcelled up, parceling up, parcelling up, parcels up

Origin & Etymology of Parceling

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Parceling

What does "Parceling" mean?

"Parceling" means to divide into parts, distribute —often used with out. As a verb, it is defined as: to divide into parts, distribute —often used with out.

What is another word for "Parceling"?

Other words for "Parceling" include administer, allocate, apportion, deal (out), dispense, distribute, dole out and hand out. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Parceling" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Parceling"?

There are 47 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Parceling". Common alternatives include administer, allocate, apportion, deal (out), dispense, distribute, dole out, hand out, mete (out) and portion.

What is the opposite of "Parceling"?

Antonyms of "Parceling" include misallocate. Near antonyms include begrudge, decline, deny and deprive (of).

How do you use "Parceling" in a sentence?

Examples of "Parceling" in a sentence: "parceled out the assignments for work on the parish fair".

Is "Parceling" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Parceling" is a verb.

What is the origin of the word "Parceling"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Parceling" meaning "to give out (something) to appropriate individuals"?

When "Parceling" (verb) means to give out (something) to appropriate individuals, synonyms include administer, allocate, apportion, deal (out), dispense and distribute. Opposites in this sense include misallocate.