deal
UK: diːl | US: diːl
n. an agreement or arrangement, especially in business
vt. to distribute or give out (cards, shares, etc.)
vi. to take action or behave in a specified way (e.g., "deal with a problem")
The word "deal" traces back to Old English dǣlan, meaning "to divide, distribute, or share." It evolved from Proto-Germanic dailijaną, rooted in the idea of partitioning or apportioning. Over time, its meaning expanded to include business transactions ("an agreement") and handling situations ("to deal with"). The core logic revolves around the concept of division and management.
They struck a lucrative deal with the new client.
The teacher will deal the worksheets to the students.
She knows how to deal with difficult customers.
The company deals in high-end electronics.
It’s your turn to deal the cards.