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shipping

[ˈʃɪpɪŋ]

shipping Definition

  • 1the act of sending goods from one place to another, especially by ship
  • 2the cost or process of sending goods from one place to another

Using shipping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shipping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The shipping of goods by sea is the most cost-effective way.

  • Example

    The shipping fee for this product is $10.

  • Example

    We offer free shipping for orders over $50.

  • Example

    The shipping industry has been greatly affected by the pandemic.

shipping Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with shipping

  • a large metal box used for transporting goods by ship, train, or truck

    Example

    The company uses shipping containers to transport their products overseas.

  • a label attached to a package that contains information about the sender, recipient, and destination of the package

    Example

    Make sure to put the shipping label on the package before sending it out.

  • the weight of a package including its contents and packaging materials

    Example

    The shipping weight of this product is 2 pounds.

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Summary: shipping in Brief

Shipping [ˈʃɪpɪŋ] refers to the act of sending goods from one place to another, usually by ship. It can also refer to the cost or process of sending goods. Examples include 'The shipping of goods by sea is the most cost-effective way,' and 'We offer free shipping for orders over $50.' Phrases like 'shipping container' and 'shipping label' are commonly used in the context of shipping.

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