Definition

The act of putting things away in a safe place or the space used for storing items.

Example

The stowage of the cargo was carefully planned to maximize space on the ship.

Conversation

Have you checked the stowage in the garage lately?

Not really, is it getting full?

Yeah, I think we need to clear out some old stuff for better stowage.

Good idea! We can make space for the new tools we bought.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stowage is formed from "stow" (from Old English *stowian*, meaning to place or put away) and "-age" (a suffix indicating a process or result). The word refers to the act or process of placing or storing something away.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for 'putting away' — that's what stowage means, the process of placing things in storage.

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