Origin: French suffix -age
Package has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:
(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
"the market for software is expected to expand"
Something which is packed, a parcel, a box, an envelope.
"She signed for her birthday package at the front desk."
In plain English: A package is a group of things sold or sent together as one unit.
"She carefully wrapped the birthday gift in a festive package."
Usage: Use "package" to refer to items that have been wrapped or boxed together for shipping or storage, such as a gift box or a delivery from the post office. Do not use it to describe loose items or individual components unless they are specifically grouped and sealed as a single unit.
To pack or bundle something.
"She carefully packaged the fragile vase before mailing it to her sister."
In plain English: To package something means to put it into a container so it is ready to be sent or sold.
"They package the orders before shipping them to customers."
Usage: Use "to package" when you mean to prepare goods for shipping or sale by arranging them in containers, rather than simply putting items into a bag for personal storage. This term specifically implies the commercial process of bundling products for distribution.
The word package comes from the verb pack combined with the suffix -age. It likely entered English through influence from Anglo-Latin and Old French terms related to packing goods together.