The difference between Parcel out and Piecemeal
When used as verbs, parcel out means to divide into portions or chunks, whereas piecemeal means to divide or distribute piecemeal.
Piecemeal is also noun with the meaning: a fragment.
Piecemeal is also adverb with the meaning: piece by piece.
Piecemeal is also adjective with the meaning: made or done in pieces or one stage at a time.
check bellow for the other definitions of Parcel out and Piecemeal
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Parcel out as a verb (idiomatic):
To divide into portions or chunks; to ration.
Examples:
"It's a large job, but if we parcel it out among several people over several weeks, it shouldn't be too difficult."
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Piecemeal as an adjective:
Made or done in pieces or one stage at a time.
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Piecemeal as an adverb:
Piece by piece; in small amounts, stages, or degrees.
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Piecemeal as an adverb:
Into pieces or parts.
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Piecemeal as a verb (transitive):
To divide or distribute piecemeal; dismember.
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Piecemeal as a noun:
A fragment; a scrap.
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