A2verb1K

Pack

UK /["/pæk/","/pæks/","/pækt/","/ˈpækɪŋ/"]/US /["/pæk/","/pæks/","/pækt/","/ˈpækɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to put clothes, etc. into a bag in preparation for a trip away from home

In simple words: To put things into a bag or container.

Examples

  • I need to pack my clothes for the trip.
  • She decided to pack a lunch for her children.
  • Make sure to pack everything you need for the camping weekend.
  • The box is too small to pack that large item.
  • They saw a pack of wolves in the forest.
  • The travelers were excited to see a pack of wild horses.
  • Please pack the boxes neatly before sealing them.
  • She has a pack of cards that she uses for games.
  • He tried to pack all his excitement into his letter.

Usage notes

Used in both casual and formal contexts. It's common to use 'pack' when referring to preparing travel bags or organizing items for moving. Avoid using in overly formal or academic contexts.

Grammar pattern

pack + object

Memory hint

Think of 'pack' as a puzzle — you pack the pieces together.

Collocations

  • carefully
  • neatly
  • tightly
  • in
  • into
  • carefully
  • neatly
  • tightly
  • in
  • into
  • into
  • be packed full of something
  • be packed out
  • be packed to bursting

Synonyms

  • bundle
  • load
  • stuff
  • fill
  • assemble

Antonyms

  • unpack
  • scatter
  • disorganize

Common mistakes

  • 'Packed' vs 'pack' confusion with verb tense.
  • Using 'pack' without an object when it should include one.
  • Confusing 'pack' with 'package'.