lodgement

/ˈlɑdʒmənt/
noun
  1. The act of making a formal complaint or claim.
    • The lawyer assisted with the lodgement of the official appeal.
    • The lodgement of the complaint was delayed by a week.
    • He handled the lodgement of the insurance claim for the damaged car.
  2. A place where something is deposited or stored for safety.
    • The bank provides secure lodgement for valuable documents.
    • The lodgement of the funds was completed before the deadline.
    • They arranged for the lodgement of the artwork in a climate-controlled vault.
  3. A position gained and held, especially in military context.
    • The small lodgement allowed them to bring in reinforcements.
    • They held the lodgement despite heavy enemy fire.
    • The troops established a lodgement on the enemy's side of the river.
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