Definition

The process of transferring goods from one ship or vehicle to another during transportation.

Example

The transhipment of cargo between ships is a common practice in international trade.

Conversation

I heard there’s a new port opening up that will improve transhipment processes.

Really? That sounds interesting. How will it help?

They say it will speed up the transhipment of goods to other countries.

That could really boost international trade for us!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transhipment → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "ship" (from Old English "scip", meaning a vessel for transport). The word refers to the act of transferring goods from one ship to another, effectively carrying them across a distance.

Memory Tip

Think of moving goods 'across' ('trans-') using a 'ship' — that's what transhipment means.

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