Why is package not a compound word?

You're right! "Package" isn't a compound word. It seems like it should be, but it's actually a single word that evolved over time.

Here's why:

* Origin: The word "package" comes from the Old French word "paque" meaning "bundle" or "packet." Over time, it evolved into the English word "package."

* Meaning: While it might seem like a combination of "pack" and "age," it's actually a single unit with a specific meaning.

* Etymology: The word "package" is a direct descendant of "paque" and doesn't have a separate origin for "pack" and "age."

So, although it might sound like it, "package" is a single word, not a compound one.