Delivered
/dɪˈlɪvərd/
Definitions
3 meaningsTo transport and transfer something to a specified recipient or location.
/dɪˈlɪvərd/
To bring and hand over (a letter, parcel, or goods) to the proper recipient or address.
The pizza was delivered hot and on time.
💡 Simply: Like when the pizza guy brings the hot pizza to your door, that's 'delivering' it! You're giving something to someone, like a letter, package, or a promise.
👶 For kids: To give something to someone, like a present or a letter.
More Examples
The company delivered its promises to the customers.
The solicitor delivered a speech to the crowd.
How It's Used
"The mail carrier delivered the package this morning."
"The company delivered the product within two days."
To give a speech, presentation, or performance.
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To give a formal speech or performance.
The speaker delivered a captivating lecture.
💡 Simply: When someone gives a speech or performance, we say they 'delivered' it. It's like when an actor gives a great performance!
👶 For kids: To say words in a special way, like when you tell a story.
More Examples
The actor delivered his lines flawlessly.
She delivered an inspiring message.
How It's Used
"The politician delivered a powerful speech at the rally."
"The actor delivered a memorable performance."
To assist a woman in giving birth to a baby.
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To assist or cause the birth of a baby.
The midwife successfully delivered the baby.
💡 Simply: When a doctor helps a baby come into the world, we say they 'delivered' the baby.
👶 For kids: To help a baby be born.
More Examples
The hospital staff delivered care to the mother and baby.
How It's Used
"The doctor delivered the baby safely."
Idioms & expressions
deliver the goods
To perform well and meet expectations; to provide what is needed.
"The new salesperson really delivered the goods and exceeded all targets."
From Middle English deliveren, from Old French delivrer ('to free, rescue, hand over'), from Latin deliberare ('to consider, weigh carefully'), originally meaning 'to set free, release'.
Historically, 'deliver' was used extensively in legal and religious contexts, referring to freeing someone from danger or spiritual peril.
Memory tip
Imagine a mail carrier handing you a package – they are 'delivering' it.
Word Origin
"to set free"