Word
cargo
Meanings
goods carried by a ship, plane, truck, or train as part of transport
the load area in a vehicle designed for carrying goods
Definition
Cargo is goods or items that are being transported by ship, plane, train, or truck.
Cargo refers to products or materials carried from one place to another as part of transport or shipping. It is typically used for commercial goods rather than personal luggage. Cargo can be moved by sea, air, rail, or road, and it is often handled in containers or pallets.
Examples
- The storm delayed the ship, leaving the cargo anchored offshore for two days.
- She double-checked the manifest to confirm that the cargo matched the client’s specifications.
- They moved the cargo from the plane to refrigerated trucks within minutes of landing.
- I watched the cranes stack the cargo with surprising precision despite the strong wind.
Common mistake
Learners often use "cargo" to mean personal luggage, but it usually refers to commercial goods being transported.
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