dunnage
/ˈdʌnɪdʒ/
noun
- Loose material used to protect cargo during shipping, such as padding, boards, or mats.
- The movers placed dunnage between the furniture to prevent scratches during transport.
- The warehouse stored bales of straw to use as dunnage for delicate machinery.
- Shipping companies often use recycled cardboard as dunnage for fragile items.