freight
freight
freɪt
freit
British pronunciation
/fɹˈe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "freight"in English

to freight
01

to convey or transport cargo on a large scale

Transitive: to freight cargo somewhere
to freight definition and meaning
example
Examples
The shipping company is freighting containers of electronics to various distribution centers.
Airlines play a crucial role in freighting perishable goods to international markets.
02

to load cargo onto a vehicle or vessel for conveyance

Transitive: to freight a vehicle or vessel
example
Examples
The workers are freighting the cargo ship with containers filled with goods bound for overseas markets.
The truck drivers will freight their vehicles with supplies to distribute to regional warehouses.
Freight
01

goods carried by aircraft, trains, trucks, or ships; the transportation of goods using this method

What is "freight"?

Freight refers to goods or cargo that are transported, typically in large quantities, by various means such as trucks, trains, ships, or airplanes. It includes a wide range of items, from raw materials to finished products, that are moved for commercial or industrial purposes. Freight is often shipped in bulk, and its transportation is crucial for businesses and global trade.

02

transporting goods commercially at rates cheaper than express rates

03

the charge for transporting something by common carrier

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