backhaul

/ˈbækhaʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of transporting goods or services from a distribution center back to a central location, often for further processing or redistribution

“The company’s logistics team managed the backhaul of excess inventory to a nearby warehouse.”

2. verb

to transport goods or services from a distribution center back to a central location, often for further processing or redistribution

“The truck driver will backhaul the shipment to the manufacturer’s plant for assembly.”

Synonyms

  • return shipment
  • reverse logistics

Antonyms

  • distribution
  • forward movement