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freight

/freɪt/

CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6591 in the learning path

货物;货运

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Definitions

n. goods transported in bulk, or the transport of such goods

货物;货运

n. the money charged for transporting goods

运费

v. to transport goods by ship, aircraft, train, or truck

运输货物

Example

The train carried freight through the valley overnight.

这列火车连夜运着货物穿过山谷。

Moving more freight by rail could reduce road congestion and lower emissions from heavy vehicles.

增加铁路货运可以缓解道路拥堵,并减少重型车辆的排放。

Collocations

  • air freight
  • freight train
  • freight charges
  • rail freight

Synonyms

  • cargo

Usage tip

名词通常不可数;cargo主要指货物,不指货运服务。

FAQ

What does freight mean?
goods transported in bulk, or the transport of such goods the money charged for transporting goods to transport goods by ship, aircraft, train, or truck
How is freight pronounced?
UK /freɪt/, US /freɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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