packaging

American  

[pak-uh-jing] / ˈpæk ə dʒɪŋ /

noun

1. an act or instance of packing pack or forming packages.

   At the end of the production line is a machine for packaging.

2. the package in which merchandise is sold or displayed.

   Attractive packaging can help sell a product.

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packaging British  

/ ˈpækɪdʒɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. the box or wrapping in which a product is offered for sale

   2. the design of such a box or wrapping, esp with reference to its ability to attract customers

2. the presentation of a person, product, television programme, etc, to the public in a way designed to build up a favourable image

3. the work of a packager

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Etymology

Origin of packaging

First recorded in 1870–75; package + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The products in line for price cuts will not see their packaging size, ingredients or taste changed, PepsiCo promised.

From BBC

New packaging will advertise that the snacks are the same size but at a lower price.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company says the FDA’s concerns were related to packaging and administration items that it should be able to address easily.

From The Wall Street Journal

Glass scientists who worked on developing the smoothest and lightest smartphone displays are now also spending time on specialized glass for packaging advanced AI processing chips, according to industry executives.

From The Wall Street Journal

Advanced packaging connects chips, such as logic and memory chips, in more efficient ways, increasing speed, efficiency and density.

From MarketWatch