parcel vs package

parcel and package both are nouns.

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

As nouns, parcel and package are synonyms defined as:

As nouns, parcel and package are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of parcel include bundle, packet.

parcel (noun)	package (noun)
the allotment of some amount by dividing something	a wrapped container
a wrapped container	(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together	a collection of things wrapped or boxed together
an extended area of land

parcel (verb)	package (verb)
make into a wrapped container	put into a box
cover with strips of canvas
divide into parts