Definition

A person or company that transports goods by road or rail.

Example

The haulier delivered the furniture to my new house.

Conversation

I heard you started working with a new haulier for your business.

Yeah, they really help with getting my products delivered on time.

That's awesome! Do they charge a lot for their services?

Not really, they have pretty competitive rates for a reliable haulier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Haulier → The word 'haulier' comes from the Old French 'hauleor', which is derived from 'hauler' (meaning to haul or to pull). A haulier is someone who hauls goods, typically for transport.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'pulls' ('hauler') goods for transport — that's what a haulier does.

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