Delivery

Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪvəri/

Definitions of delivery

noun a formal speech or address

Example Sentences

A1 The delivery of the package was fast and efficient.

A2 I prefer home delivery over picking up items in-store.

B1 The online store offers free delivery for orders over $50.

B2 The delivery service notified me of the estimated arrival time.

C1 The company prides itself on its timely and reliable delivery service.

C2 The courier company specializes in international delivery logistics.

Examples of delivery in a Sentence

formal The delivery of the goods was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.

informal I'm expecting a delivery from the postman today.

slang Let's order some food for delivery, I'm too lazy to cook.

figurative The delivery of her speech was flawless, captivating the audience.

Grammatical Forms of delivery

• past tense: delivered
• plural: deliveries
• comparative: more delivery
• superlative: most delivery
• present tense: deliver
• future tense: will deliver
• perfect tense: have delivered
• continuous tense: is delivering
• singular: delivery
• positive degree: very delivery
• infinitive: to deliver
• gerund: delivering
• participle: delivered

Origin and Evolution of delivery

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'delivery' originated from the Latin word 'deliberare' which means 'to liberate or set free'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'delivery' evolved to refer to the act of transporting or handing over goods or services to a recipient, expanding beyond its original meaning of liberation or setting free.