freight

/freɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

goods or merchandise carried or transported, especially by ship or train

“The freight company delivered the package to our doorstep.”

2. noun

the cost or charge for transporting goods

“The freight for the international shipment was very high.”

3. verb

to carry or transport goods, especially in large quantities

“The truck freighted the heavy machinery across the country.”

Synonyms

  • cargo
  • haul
  • lading

Antonyms

  • empty
  • lightweight