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Definition deal in British English

deal noun

noun
/diːl/
Example

a business/peace/land deal

Example

a deal with a German TV company

Example

We think there was a deal between the CIA and the FBI.

Example

We've cut a deal with Germany on wine imports.

Example

Now it was time to close the deal.

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We're 99% certain the deal will go through.

Example

He nearly got the job but then the deal fell through.

Example

I got a really good deal on my new computer.

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2

an informal arrangement that you have with someone that gives you advantages or disadvantages

Example

I've got a really good deal living at Sophie's house.

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3

the way in which you are treated by other people

Example

They are demanding a fair deal for nurses.

Example

Disabled people have got a raw deal under the current government.

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4

the act of giving cards to the people playing a game of cards

Example

Whose deal is it next?

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5

wood from fir or pine trees used for making furniture

Example

a set of deal chairs

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6

what is happening or going to happen

Example

So, what's the deal? Is she coming or not?

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Definition deal in British English