Deliver
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈlɪv.ə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Deliver is a verb meaning To set free from restraint or danger.
Meaning
To set free from restraint or danger.
More Meanings
- (process) Senses having to do with birth.
- To free from or disburden of anything.
- To bring or transport something to its destination.
- To hand over or surrender (someone or something) to another.
- (intransitive, transitive, informal) To produce what is expected or required.
- To express in words or vocalizations, declare, utter, or vocalize.
- To give forth in action or exercise; to discharge.
Example Sentences
deliver the mail
deliver a package
deliver the thief to the police
The constables have delivered her over.
Word Forms
- delivers
- delivering
- delivered
- delivre
- deliever
Synonyms for deliver
Depending on context, synonyms include free, loose, rid, outbring, utter, liberate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include give up, surrender, cede, save, rescue, relieve.
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Sources & Attribution
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