Cargo meaning in English
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Definition
the cargo: the freight, the goods, the shipment, the merchandise
The cargo has finally arrived. The goods came on the ship this morning.
to remove the cargo to take the goods off a ship or plane
a cargo ship: a large boat that carries merchandise
a cargo plane a plane that carries merchandise or goods
Examples
- "Mick : Our team at the harbor tells me that the crates they're unloading are usually damaged, and cargo is often missing."
- "Somehow, I came up with the idea of sending the delivery via ferry to Calais before being placed on a cargo ship to Brazil - genius!"
Exercise 1
True or false? According to Bruno, his dog (Stink) is on this plane.
True or false? According to Bruno, his dog (Stink) is on this plane.
This statement is true. According to Bruno, he has "checked" his dog (Stink) with his luggage, meaning that he has given the dog to airline personnel who will put the dog on the plane with the baggage and other equipment. Bruno adds that the dog is in the "cargo hold", the space on a ship or plane where "cargo" (luggage or equipment) is stored.
This statement is not false.
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