part and parcel

Definition

An integral or essential piece; that which must be done or accepted as part of something else.

Etymology

"Parcel" is used in its archaic sense of "an integral or component part." Originally used as a legal term.

Example Sentences

• "Regular maintenance is part and parcel of owning a car."
• "Argument structure is thus considered to be part and parcel of the information associated with lexical, syntactically atomic verbs."
• "It's a great idea to get good at using vibrators both on yourself (if you like them) and on partners. For many women, vibrators are part and parcel of good sex. Sometimes you'll like having unassisted sex for a while and then finish off with a vibrator. Sometimes a vibe can be great to add to penetrative sex."