Delivery

Definition

Delivery is a noun that refers to the act of transporting goods or messages to a recipient or destination. It can also describe the process of giving birth or the manner in which something is presented or conveyed, such as in speech or performance.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪvəri/
• Respelling: dih-LIV-er-ee

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪvəri/
• Respelling: dih-LIV-uh-ree

Etymology

The word "delivery" originates from the Old French "delivrer," meaning "to set free" or "to liberate," derived from the Latin "deliberare" (to set free). Over time, the term came to encompass the act of bringing or conveying something to a particular place or person.

Derivatives

• Deliver (verb)
• Deliverable (noun/adjective)
• Delivered (adjective)
• Undelivered (adjective)
• Deliveryman (noun)

Synonyms

• Transportation
• Shipment
• Distribution

Antonyms

• Non-delivery
• Retention
• Withholding

Usage

The noun "delivery" is widely used to describe the transportation of goods, as in "The delivery arrived on time." It also applies to contexts like public speaking, where it refers to the style or manner of presenting, as in "His delivery of the speech was impressive."

Related Terms

• Dispatch: The act of sending something to a specific place or person.
• Courier: A person or service that delivers messages or packages.
• Logistics: The management of the flow of goods from origin to destination.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The act of transporting goods or messages to a recipient: Refers to bringing items to a specific person or place.
  • Example: "The courier was responsible for the delivery of the package."
• The process of giving birth: In medical contexts, refers to the act of a woman delivering a baby.
  • Example: "The delivery was successful and mother and child are healthy."
• The manner or style of presenting something, especially in speech or performance: Describes how one conveys information or expression.
  • Example: "Her delivery of the monologue captivated the audience."