Definition

The materials and methods used to wrap or protect products for storage, shipping, or sale.

Example

The packaging of the product was designed to attract customers.

Conversation

Have you checked out the new packaging for those snacks?

Yeah, it looks really trendy and eye-catching!

I wonder if the packaging affects how much they sell.

Definitely! Good packaging can make a huge difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Packaging → It is formed from "pack" (from Old French *pacquer*, meaning to pack or bundle) and "-aging" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "packaging" refers to the process of packing or bundling items together for protection or sale.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'packing' items together, and remember that 'packaging' is the process of preparing those items for protection or sale.

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