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| de·liv·er·y [ di lívvəree ] (plural de·liv·er·ies) |
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1. taking of something to somebody: the carrying of something such as mail, goods that have been bought, or a message to a person or address
 We can arrange delivery of any items purchased.
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2. visit by somebody bringing something: a visit made regularly to a person or address by a postal worker or a vendor's vehicle
 We only get one delivery a day.
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3. item brought to somebody: something brought by a postal worker or a vendor, e.g. mail or goods that have been bought
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4. birth process: the process of giving birth to a baby
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5. manner of speaking: the action or manner in which somebody speaks to an audience
 She needs to work on her vocal delivery.
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6. rescue of victim: the rescue or saving of somebody from captivity, hardship, or evil
 He prayed for delivery from his oppressors.
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7. way of putting ball in motion: the action or manner of throwing, tossing, or rolling a ball or aiming a punch
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8. commercial law action needed to effect property transfer: a formal action needed to accomplish a transfer of property
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