consignment
/kənˈsaɪnmənt/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #5500 in the learning path
一批运送的货物
Definitions
n. A batch of goods sent to a person or place.
一批运送的货物
n. An arrangement where sellers pay suppliers only after goods sell.
寄售；委托代销
Example
A consignment of fresh oranges arrived at the shop.
一批新鲜橙子运到了店里。
Delays in inspecting a consignment of medical equipment can disrupt essential services in remote communities.
一批医疗设备的检验延误，可能会影响偏远社区的基本服务。
Collocations
- a consignment of goods
- receive a consignment
- on consignment
Word family
- consign (v.)
- consignee (n.)
- consignor (n.)
Synonyms
- shipment
Usage tip
on consignment指寄售，卖出后再向供货方付款。
FAQ
- What does consignment mean?
- A batch of goods sent to a person or place. An arrangement where sellers pay suppliers only after goods sell.
- How is consignment pronounced?
- UK /kənˈsaɪnmənt/, US /kənˈsaɪnmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
