early 15c., "action of handing over to another," from Anglo-French delivrée, noun use of fem. past participle of Old French délivrer (see deliver). Childbirth sense is attested from 1570s. Of speech, from 1580s. Of a blow, throw of a ball, etc., from 1702.
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1. The doctor worked busily beneath the blinding lights of the delivery room.
这位医生在产房刺目的灯光下忙碌着。
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2. His speeches were magnificently written but his delivery was hopeless.
他的发言稿写得非常精彩，但他的演讲风格真是无可救药。
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3. Use recorded delivery for large cheques or money orders.
对于大额的支票和汇款单要使用挂号邮寄。
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4. In the end, it was an easy delivery: a fine baby boy.
分娩过程最终非常顺利，生了个健康的男婴。
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5. Free gifts are dispatched separately so please allow 28 days for delivery.
