shipping
|ship-ping|
B2
/ˈʃɪpɪŋ/
(ship)
sea vessel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shipping' originates from the Old English word 'scipian', where 'scip' meant 'ship'.
Historical Evolution
'scipian' transformed into the Middle English word 'shippen', and eventually became the modern English word 'shipping'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to embark on a ship', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'transporting goods'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process or business of transporting goods.
The shipping of goods across the ocean can take several weeks.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'ship'.
They are shipping the new products to stores worldwide.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35