deal — an agreement or arrangement, especially in business
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an agreement or arrangement, especially in business
Pronunciation (IPA): /diːl/
Example Sentences
- My mom is such a good negotiator, she got a sweet deal on groceries - buy one pizza, get one free sister!
- I can't deal with Monday mornings without at least three cups of coffee.
- The company offered him a deal he couldn't refuse - unlimited snacks and a nap room.
deal
NOUN[/diːl/]
an agreement or arrangement, especially in business
Two businesspeople shake hands to seal their important deal
Seal the deal before the meal!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English 'dælan', meaning 'to divide' or 'to distribute'. The word developed from Proto-Germanic roots and evolved to encompass various modern senses including transaction, agreement, and the act of handling or managing.
Breakdown
Old English 'dælan' (to divide, distribute) → Modern English 'deal'. The verb originally expressed the concept of division or apportionment, which extended metaphorically to negotiation and exchange of goods.
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📝Examples
“My mom is such a good negotiator, she got a sweet deal on groceries - buy one pizza, get one free sister!”
“I can't deal with Monday mornings without at least three cups of coffee.”
“The company offered him a deal he couldn't refuse - unlimited snacks and a nap room.”
“She spent a great deal of time preparing for the presentation.”
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