parcel vs pack

parcel and pack both are nouns.

parcel and pack both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
parcel	Yes	No	Yes	No
pack	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, pack is a hyponym of parcel; that is, pack is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than parcel:

parcel: a wrapped container
pack: a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film)

Other hyponyms of parcel include bundle, sheaf, packet.

parcel (noun)	pack (noun)
the allotment of some amount by dividing something	a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film)
a wrapped container	a bundle (especially one carried on the back)
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together	a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect
an extended area of land	a cream that cleanses and tones the skin
	a group of hunting animals
	an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
	an association of criminals
	a complete collection of similar things
	a large indefinite quantity

parcel (verb)	pack (verb)
make into a wrapped container	treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
cover with strips of canvas	arrange in a container
divide into parts	load with a pack
	compress into a wad
	seal with packing
	press down tightly
	carry, as on one's back
	have the property of being packable or of compacting easily
	press tightly together or cram
	hike with a backpack
	fill to capacity
	set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome
	have with oneself; have on one's person

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