Definition

The process of transporting goods or materials, usually by sea, but can also refer to other methods of transport.

Example

The shipping of products to customers is an important part of the business.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new shipping options for online orders?

Yeah, I saw they offer same-day shipping now!

That’s really convenient! I hope my package arrives on time with the new shipping method.

Me too! It would be great to get things faster.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shipping → It is formed from "ship" (from Old English *scip*, meaning a vessel for traveling on water) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "shipping" refers to the process of transporting goods by ship.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'vessel' ('ship') that is involved in the 'process' ('-ing') of transporting goods over water — that's what shipping means.

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