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deal

 
 
pronunciation:
dil
parts of speech:
verb, noun
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part of speech: verb
inflections: deals, dealing, dealt
definition 1: to handle or give your attention to.
We must deal with this problem carefully.I don't have time to deal with these bills right now.
synonyms:
handle, manage
definition 2: to act or behave toward other people
She is honest in the way she deals with people.
synonyms:
act, behave, function
similar words:
attend, struggle
definition 3: to do business; trade.
My uncle deals in truck tires.
similar words:
bargain, negotiate
definition 4: to give out (cards) to people who are playing in a card game.
It's your turn to deal the cards.
synonyms:
distribute, give out, hand out
similar words:
deliver, dispense
 
part of speech: noun
definition 1: an agreement or bargain.
We made a deal to share the money equally.
similar words:
business, contract, negotiation
definition 2: a quantity or degree.
A million dollars is a great deal of money.
synonyms:
lot
similar words:
degree
Word Builder: deal +
  • dealer1:
    a person whose business is buying and selling.
  • dealer2:
    a person who deals the cards in a card game.
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