affreight

/əˈfrayt/

Definitions

1. verb

to load or ship goods, especially by freight or cargo

“The shipping company affreight the goods for international delivery.”

2. noun

the act or business of loading or shipping goods

“The affreight of the cargo was delayed due to bad weather.”

3. noun

the goods or cargo being transported

“The affreight of the ship was primarily composed of machinery and electronics.”

Synonyms

  • load
  • ship
  • transport

Antonyms

  • unload
  • unship