Definition Synonyms
Definition of delivery - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
transportationact of conveying items to a destination
- The delivery of the package was delayed.
2.
logisticsitems that have been conveyed to a destination
- The delivery arrived in the morning.
3.
childbirthact of giving birth to a baby
- The delivery was smooth and quick.
4.
servicesTECH. supply of basic services to communitiesTECH.
- The delivery of water improved lives.
5.
communicationRare manner of speaking or presentingRare
- Her delivery during the speech was impressive.
6.
sportsRare UK act of throwing a ball in sportsRare UK
- His delivery in the game was flawless.
7.
medicalTECH. process of administering a drugTECH.
- The delivery of the medication was timely.
8.
biologyTECH. introduction of foreign DNA into cellsTECH.
- The delivery of the DNA was successful.
Images of delivery
items that have been conveyed to a destination
Expressions with delivery
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receive something that was ordered or sent
We will take delivery of the new furniture tomorrow.
specific day when ordered goods or packages are expected to arrive
The email confirmed the delivery date for the new laptop as Friday.
the time by which a product should arrive
The delivery time for the project is next Monday.
place where ordered goods or mail should be brought by a carrier
Please confirm your delivery address before we dispatch the package.
vehicle for transporting goods to customers
The delivery truck arrived with our new furniture.
enclosed vehicle for delivering goods
The delivery van arrived with our groceries.
service that sends parcels or documents much faster than usual
We chose express delivery to make sure the contract arrived by tomorrow.
the successful and accurate delivery of a speech or performance
Her good delivery made the presentation engaging and memorable.
service delivering goods to a consumer's home
The supermarket offers home delivery for all online orders.
delivery service that arrives the day after ordering
I chose next day delivery for my online purchase.
at the moment something is brought or handed over
Payment is required on delivery.
delivery service that ships items overnight
The company offers overnight delivery for urgent packages.
arrival of ordered items later than the expected or promised time
The delayed delivery upset customers who needed the parts immediately.
motorized or nonmotorized transport used to bring goods to destinations
The company bought a new delivery vehicle for local grocery orders.
planned list of times when goods or services will arrive
The supplier sent an updated delivery schedule after the storm delays.
organized method for moving goods or services from provider to receiver
The company improved its delivery system to reduce shipping times nationwide.
payment for goods made when they are delivered
The package was sent cash on delivery.
evidence or message showing something was delivered
The delivery confirmation arrived in my email.
instruction for delivering goods
He received a delivery order to transport the packages to the downtown office..
measure showing how quickly goods or services reach customers or users
The company improved its delivery rate by adding more drivers.
document that lists items included in a shipment or delivery
Please check the delivery slip to confirm all parts arrived.
the process of providing a service or product without issues
The company is known for its smooth delivery of goods.
receive something that has been delivered
We will take delivery of the new furniture tomorrow.
latest time or date when something must be brought or sent to someone
We worked late to meet the delivery deadline for the client.
Origin of delivery
Latin, deliverare (set free)
Terms with delivery included in their meaning
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delivery
become available or delivered
mail delivery
using the mail system for sending or receiving
mail
marked with an address for delivery
mail
letter sent with tracking and recorded delivery by the postal service
delivery company
company that delivers messages or packages
delivery
covering the entire journey from start to end
delivery
delivered directly from store or factory to home
priority service
handled with high importance for quick delivery
mail delivery
receive a communication
delivery
the act of passing something to someone
postal delivery
sent or currently traveling through the postal system
transportation
vehicle for local milk delivery
pending delivery
requested but not yet delivered
food
request food delivery to a specific location
delivery
quantity or amount of something, usually wrapped or contained
delivery
deliver a message or item to someone
delivery
man who delivers pizzas to customers
food
shop selling pizzas for takeout or delivery
services goods
paid in advance before use or delivery
delivery
deliver something by mail or courier
delivery details
details about the delivery of goods
direct delivery
delivered by a person directly
delivery method
letter sent by air transportation
newspaper delivery
boy delivering newspapers to homes
Examples of delivery in a sentence
She was excited about the delivery of her new car. She signed for the delivery at noon. The delivery included all the items we ordered. Her delivery was assisted by a skilled midwife. The delivery took place in a private hospital. The delivery of electricity transformed the rural area.
Efficient delivery of healthcare is crucial for the community. His delivery captivated the audience at the conference. The actor's delivery of the lines was flawless. The bowler's delivery was too fast to see. Her delivery during the match impressed everyone. The delivery of the vaccine was crucial for the patient's recovery. Proper delivery of anesthesia is vital during surgery. Gene delivery is crucial for genetic research. The delivery of plasmids into the cells was efficient.
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- French:livraison, colis, ...
- German:Lieferung, Geburt, ...
- Italian:consegna, parto, ...
- Spanish:entrega, envío, ...
- Portuguese:entrega, parto, ...
- Chinese:运送, 快递, ...
- Japanese:配達, 配達物, ...
- Arabic:تَوْصيل, إِيصَال, ...
- Hebrew:מִשְׁלוֹחַ, לֵידָה, ...
- Russian:доставка, поставка, ...
- Ukrainian:доставка, поставка, ...
- Hindi:सुपुर्दगी, भेजा गया सामान, ...
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