Delivery Definition & Meaning
delivery
- noun
- the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail); "his reluctant delivery of bad news"
- the event of giving birth; "she had a difficult delivery"
- your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally; "his manner of speaking was quite abrupt"; "her speech was barren of southernisms"; "I detected a slight accent in his speech"
- the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another
- (baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter
- recovery or preservation from loss or danger; "work is the deliverance of mankind"; "a surgeon's job is the saving of lives"
- the act of delivering a child
"Delivery" in song lyrics
See how delivery is used in real songs:
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"I'll bring it right straight to your jaw, free delivery"
A.G. f/ Big Pun, KRS-One — Drop it Heavy -
"I'm age sported in dialog, and word delivery"
Athletic Mic League — Vibin' -
"It's a special delivery."
The Beatnuts — Supa Supreme
Words that rhyme with delivery
Usage tips for "delivery"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "delivery" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for delivery to find words that pair well.
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