parcel (redirected from parcels out)

part and parcel

if something is part and parcel of an experience, it is a necessary part of that experience which cannot be avoided. Being recognised in the street is all part and parcel of being famous.

See also: part

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parcel out something

to give parts of something to different people. The bookkeeper spent yesterday parceling out the profits from the deal. The settlement is very small and I'm glad I'm not the one who has to parcel it out.

part and parcel (of something)

something that cannot be separated from a condition or activity. Being recognized on the street is part and parcel of being a celebrity.

See also: part