shipment
/ˈʃɪpmənt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: shipments
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A load of goods that is transported by any method (not just by ship).
Noun
Examples
We're expecting another shipment of oranges tomorrow.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The act of transporting goods.
Noun
Examples
Shipment of hazardous waste on this route is strictly prohibited.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “shipment” mean?
A load of goods that is transported by any method (not just by ship).
Is “shipment” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.