shipment
word
Definition
A shipment is a quantity of goods that is sent from one place to another, usually by a company. It can also mean the act or process of sending those goods.
Usage & Nuances
Common in business, logistics, and online shopping. 'Shipment' often refers to the goods being sent, while 'shipping' is more often the process or cost; compare 'The shipment arrived' with 'Shipping is free.' Common collocations: 'track a shipment', 'delayed shipment', 'international shipment'.
Example Sentences
The shipment arrived this morning.
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We are waiting for a food shipment.
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This shipment is from Canada.
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Our shipment got delayed at customs, so the store shelves are still empty.
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Can you track the shipment and see where it is now?
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They split the order into two shipments to speed things up.
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