Bundling

/ˈbʌndlɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The act of tying things together into a bundle; also a courting custom where a young couple would lie together clothed, or in modern business, selling products or services as a combined package.

Etymology

From 'bundle' plus '-ing.' The courting custom of bundling was documented in colonial America and Europe, while business bundling became common in the late 20th century with software and services.

Kelly Says

Bundling (the courting practice) was actually recommended by parents as a way for young couples to spend time together while technically staying 'proper'—it's a hilarious example of how cultures create loopholes in their own rules!

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