hand-delivered

Brought in person

Hand-delivered describes something brought directly to a recipient by a person rather than sent through postal or courier services.

The term emphasizes personal delivery: a hand-delivered letter, The invitation was hand-delivered by the groom himself.

Hand-deliver as a verb means to carry out such delivery.

personal

handwritten

Written by hand

sincere · personalized · intimate · bespoke · considerate · attentive · gift · letter · invitation · bouquet

urgent

express

State or fast train

expedite · rush · emergency · swift · prompt · overnight · same-day · deadline · dispatch · messenger

confidential

classified

Restricted from disclosure

privileged · restricted · top-secret · discreet · eyes-only · dossier · envelope · documents · briefcase · nondisclosure

secure

signature

Handwritten name for verification

certified · verified · receipt · tamper-proof · sealed · safeguard · accountability · confirmation · witness

formal

summons

Formal court notification

citation · decree · warrant · notarized · official

fragile

perishable

Prone to decay

cake · artwork · glassware · antiques · specimens · careful · padding · wrapped · protected

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delivery method

hand-deliveredmailed

Sent through postal service

posted · shipped · couriered · emailed · faxed

Family

hand, deliver, hands, handed, handing, handy, handle, handily, handiness

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G