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Deal - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A deal is an agreement or arrangement between parties, often involving the exchange of goods, services, or promises. It can also refer to a business transaction or a special offer.

deal

/dil/ /diːl/

Definition:

An agreement or arrangement between parties, often involving negotiation or exchange.

Synonyms:

agreement, bargain, transaction, pact

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

disagreement, refusal

Common Collocations:

business deal, great deal, deal with, make a deal, close a deal

Derivatives:

dealer, dealing, dealt

Usage Tips:

Use "deal" as a noun for agreements and as a verb for handling situations or distributing cards in games.

Common Phrases:

big deal, cut a deal, deal breaker

Etymology:

Originates from Old English "dǣlan," meaning to divide or distribute; related to German "teilen."

Examples:

  • 1. Let’s make a fair deal for the car.
  • 2. She knows how to deal with difficult customers professionally.
  • 3. The company signed a lucrative business deal last week.
  • 4. Don’t worry—it’s not a big deal if you’re late.

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