packaging
noun
1
: an act or instance of packaging something or someone: such as
a
: the enclosing of something in a container or covering
… damage caused by static charge during packaging, storing, and shipping.—
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b
: the presentation of something or someone to the public in a way that is designed to be attractive or appealing
This is public relations: the packaging of ideas, the execution of them, and the media coverage surrounding them.—Robert Z. Chew
Robert Z. Chew2
: material used to enclose or contain something
… the flashy packaging popularized by mass merchants.—Jan Stafford
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Dispose of the product safely to prevent it from being consumed by humans or animals, especially if the packaging has been opened.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
The brand eliminates harsh chemicals, uses glass and aluminum packaging, and ensures every formula is effective and environmentally respectful.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Check the packaging to see when the best time of year is to seed in your area.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 24 July 2025
The packaging is also designed for in-shower grip and ease of use with a hook for simple, mess-free storage.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
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Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
The brand eliminates harsh chemicals, uses glass and aluminum packaging, and ensures every formula is effective and environmentally respectful.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Check the packaging to see when the best time of year is to seed in your area.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 24 July 2025
The packaging is also designed for in-shower grip and ease of use with a hook for simple, mess-free storage.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
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“Packaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/packaging. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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