bundle

Definition

A group of objects held together by wrapping or tying.

Etymology

From Middle English bundel, from Middle Dutch bondel or Old English byndele, byndelle (“a binding; tying; fastening with bands”); both from Proto-Germanic *bundil-, derivative of *bundą (“bundle”). Compare also bindle, Dutch bundel, German Bündel.

Example Sentences

• "a bundle of straw or of paper"
• "a bundle of noodles"
• "a bundle of old clothes"