shipping
/ˈʃɪpɪŋ/
adjective
- Related to or used for the transport of goods.
- Please provide your shipping address for the delivery.
- We need to check the shipping costs before placing the order.
- The shipping container was loaded onto the truck.
noun
- The process of sending or transporting goods from one place to another, especially by commercial carrier.
- Online stores often offer free shipping for orders over $50.
- The company specializes in international shipping of electronics.
- The shipping of the package took three days to arrive.
- The total amount of goods sent or transported, or the business of transporting goods.
- Global shipping has increased dramatically with the rise of e-commerce.
- The port handles millions of tons of shipping each year.
- The storm caused delays in shipping across the Atlantic.
- (informal) The act of supporting or hoping for a romantic relationship between two people, especially fictional characters.
- The author noticed the strong shipping community around the two heroes.
- Her shipping of the two main characters made her write fan fiction about them.
- Online fans often discuss their shipping preferences for TV show couples.
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