n. & v.
--n.
1. a a bundle of things packed. b a parcel, box, etc., in which things are packed.
2 (in full package deal) a set of proposals or items offered or agreed to as a whole.
3 Computing a piece of software suitable for various applications rather than one which is custom-built.
4 colloq. package holiday.
--v.tr. make up into or enclose in a package.
Phrases and idioms:
package holiday (or tour etc.) a holiday or tour etc. with all arrangements made at an inclusive price.
Derivatives:
packager n.
Etymology: PACK(1) + -AGE