Maritime Law Terms

noun the action or process of transporting something from one place to another

• The new law requires proper documentation for any type of conveyance of property.
• Make sure you have all the paperwork ready for the conveyance of the car.
• I heard they're using a fancy conveyance to get to the party tonight.
• Her eyes were the perfect conveyance of her emotions, revealing everything without a word.

noun the action of loading goods on a ship or other means of transportation; cargo or freight being transported

• The bill of lading must be signed by the carrier upon receipt of the goods.
• Make sure you get a copy of the lading when the shipment arrives.
• I'll just grab the lading slip before we unload the truck.
• Her smile was the lading that brought joy to everyone around her.

noun A naval officer is a commissioned officer in a navy, responsible for commanding ships and personnel in naval operations.

• The naval officer was responsible for overseeing the ship's operations.
• The naval officer is in charge of the boat.
• The navy dude is running the show.
• The naval officer steered the ship through rough waters with skill and precision.