Definition of pack - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
packing luggagetr./intr. put items into a container for transporttr./intr.
- She packed her suitcase for the trip.
2.
crowdingtr. fill a space completely with itemstr.
- Fans packed the stadium for the concert.
3.
manipulatingtr. arrange a group to influence outcomestr.
- They packed the committee with their supporters.
4.
armedtr./intr. US carry a weapon on one's persontr./intr. US
- The detective was packing a gun.
5.
medicaltr. TECH. wrap or cover tightly for treatmenttr. TECH.
- The nurse packed the wound with gauze.
Noun
1.
storagecontainer used for storage or transport
- She carried her belongings in a large pack..
2.
collectioncomplete set of similar items
- He bought a pack of cards for the game..
3.
travelbundle carried on the back
- He carried a heavy pack on his hike.
4.
animalgroup of animals hunting together
- The pack of wolves moved silently through the forest.
5.
teamgroup of people with a common purpose
- The pack of journalists waited outside the building.
6.
scoutsTECH. group of Cub ScoutsTECH.
- The pack met every Thursday for activities.
7.
rugbyTECH. group of rugby forwardsTECH.
- The pack pushed hard in the scrum.
8.
seaTECH. large area of floating iceTECH.
- The ship navigated through the pack with caution.
9.
therapyTECH. therapeutic sheet or blanket wrapTECH.
- He used a cold pack to reduce swelling.
Images of pack
container used for storage or transport 
complete set of similar items 
bundle carried on the back 
group of animals hunting together 
therapeutic sheet or blanket wrap
Expressions with pack
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fill a container with items to be transported
She began to pack up her books into the box..
riding together for social interaction or fun
They enjoy pack riding on weekends with friends.
group behavior influenced by others, sometimes showing aggression to outsiders
Pack mentality made them act together against the stranger.
gain weight or mass noticeably
He managed to pack on ten pounds over the holidays.
put belongings into bags for travel
She needs to pack her bags before the flight.
put things into bags or boxes to get ready to leave
Let's pack it up and go home.
the most influential person in a group
She is the leader of the pack in our team.
stop doing something
He decided to pack it in and go home.
move or act together with others
The wolves run with the pack during hunts.
have a strong or impressive effect
This tiny chili can pack a powerful punch.
leading others in a competitive field
Her innovative ideas keep her ahead of the pack.
close group of trendy young people
They were the brat pack of the local art scene.
something that changes things in unexpected ways
The new player was the joker in the pack.
be at the forefront or in the leading position
The runner led the pack throughout the race.
carry a firearm for protection or aggression
He always packs a gun when traveling.
have a strong and powerful effect
This chili sauce really packs a punch.
give up or quit an activity
He decided to pack in his job.
fit many people or things into a small space
The commuters were packed like sardines in the train.
collection of false statements or claims
His explanation was just a pack of lies.
send someone away with belongings for a long time
They decided to pack off their son to boarding school.
gain weight noticeably, often from overeating
After the holidays, I really packed on the pounds.
fill a venue with many people for an event
The band managed to pack the house for their concert.
fill something completely leaving no space
She packed the suitcase to the brim with clothes.
disorganized or unruly group of people
The classroom turned into a rat pack after the teacher left..
Origin of pack
Middle English, pak (bundle)
Terms with pack included in their meaning
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bundle pack
collection of related items packaged together
packaging
pack or enclose in boxes
heat pack
bag filled with rice used for heating or cooling
packing
pack things tightly together in a space
packaging
pack items inside a cardboard container for shipping
leaving camp
to pack up and leave a camping area
textiles
soft fabric made from desert pack animal fur
pack
put things in a crate for moving or keeping safe
power pack
group of cells generating electricity
crowding
pack people or animals tightly into a mass
crowding
pack or cram people tightly together
team game
formation where rugby players pack closely to restart play
pack
place items into a large bag for storage or transport
animal
wolf not part of a pack
camping
dismantle tents and pack up a campsite
animals
pack of dogs used in hunting
cigarettes
pack of ten cigarette boxes
construction
cheap material used to pack gaps or level ground
animals
dominant dog in a pack or group
cycling
group of cyclists ahead of the main pack
scouting
leader of a Cub Scout pack
sports
pack closely to compete for the ball after a stoppage
textiles
cloth made from wool of a South American pack animal
party box
pack of 30 beers
Examples of pack in a sentence
They packed their bags for the weekend getaway. They packed the room with eager participants. Volunteers packed the hall for the charity event. They tried to pack the jury to sway the verdict. The board was packed with allies to ensure the decision. He was known to pack a knife for protection.
The officer was packing a taser during the patrol. The doctor packed the cavity with a special dressing. They packed the injury to prevent further bleeding. He packed his gear into the pack. The pack was filled with supplies. She opened a pack of crayons for the kids. He always carries a pack of tissues in his bag. The pack was filled with camping gear. She adjusted her pack before the climb. A pack of hyenas approached the watering hole. The pack scattered when they heard a noise. A pack of protesters marched through the streets. The pack of wolves moved silently through the forest. The pack went on a camping trip last weekend. Parents volunteered to help organize the pack's events. The pack formed a lineout near the try line. Our pack dominated the opposing forwards. Seals rested on the edge of the pack. A widening gap split the pack overnight. A hot pack can soothe muscle pain. The spa offers a herbal pack for relaxation.
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- French:emballer, sac de transport, ...
- German:packen, Paket, ...
- Italian:impacchettare, borsa, ...
- Spanish:empacar, paquete, ...
- Portuguese:empacotar, saco, ...
- Chinese:打包, 包, ...
- Japanese:詰める, パック, ...
- Arabic:حزَمَ, حَقيبَة, ...
- Hebrew:לֶאֱרוֹז, תַּרְמִיל, ...
- Russian:упаковывать, пакет, ...
- Ukrainian:складати, рюкзак, ...
- Hindi:सामान रखना, पैक, ...
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