English dictionary
delivery
/d/I/'l/I/v/@/r/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)
ExamplesHis reluctant delivery of bad news.
Synonyms bringingSource: WordNet 3.0
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the event of giving birth
ExamplesShe had a difficult delivery.
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your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally
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the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another
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(baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter
Synonyms pitchSource: WordNet 3.0
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recovery or preservation from loss or danger
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the act of delivering a child
Synonyms obstetrical deliverySource: WordNet 3.0
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The act of delivering from restraint; rescue; release; liberation; as, the <i>delivery</i> of a captive from his dungeon.
Source: webster1913