Deliver
Verb
UK
/dɪˈlɪv.ər/
US
/dɪˈlɪv.ɚ/
Definition
To take or bring something to someone; to give a speech; to do what was promised.
Example
"The driver delivered packages."
"The teacher delivered an inspiring speech to encourage her students before their final exams."
"She promised to help and truly delivered, finishing the work earlier than everyone expected."
Explanation
Deliver means to take something to someone or bring it to the right place. For example, a postman delivers letters, or a company delivers packages to your home. Deliver can also mean to give a speech or message or performance, like “He delivered a speech to the audience”. Another use is to keep a promise or do what was expected, like “She delivered excellent results”. In older or religious language, it can also mean to save someone from danger, like “deliver us from evil.”