Transportation Logistics

10 words in this vocabulary list

noun a point or place at which something is cut off

verb to disconnect or separate by cutting

adjective separated from others or from a main body

  • The company decided to cut off funding for the project due to budget constraints.
  • I had to cut off my phone service because I couldn't afford the bill.
  • He got cut off by his friends at the bar for being too drunk.
  • Her toxic behavior was like a poison that needed to be cut off from my life.

noun a device or compartment for freezing food or keeping it frozen

  • The frozen food in the freezer should be consumed within a certain time frame.
  • Hey, can you grab some ice cream from the freezer?
  • I'm chilling in front of the freezer, looking for something to snack on.
  • She felt like her emotions were trapped in a freezer, unable to express them freely.

noun a funnel-shaped chamber or bin in which loose material, as grain or coal, is stored temporarily

  • The grain hopper on the farm equipment needed to be refilled before starting the next field.
  • I saw a grasshopper hop into the garden while we were playing outside.
  • I can't believe that grasshopper hopped all the way up to the roof!
  • The new employee is a real go-getter, always hopping from one task to the next like a busy little hopper.

noun a number of containers for carrying personal belongings; suitcases or bags

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  • The airline lost my luggage during my flight.
  • I always overpack my luggage when going on vacation.
  • I need to lug my luggage to the hotel.
  • Emotional baggage can weigh you down just like physical luggage.

noun Moving can also be a gerund, functioning as a noun in a sentence.

verb Moving is a present participle form of the verb move, which means to change position or location.

adjective Moving can also be used as an adjective to describe something that causes deep emotion or sympathy.

  • The company is currently in the process of moving to a new office building.
  • We're moving to a bigger place next month.
  • I heard they're moving to a swanky new pad downtown.
  • She felt like she was moving on to a new chapter in her life.

noun a station that receives and transmits signals or messages for communication purposes

  • The relay station is crucial for maintaining communication between the two remote locations.
  • Make sure to stop by the relay station before heading out to the campsite.
  • I'll meet you at the relay station to pass on the message.
  • The library serves as a relay station for knowledge and information.

noun a farewell party or ceremony

verb to dispatch or cause to leave

preposition used to indicate the destination or recipient of something being sent

  • The company will send off the official invitation letters tomorrow.
  • I'll send off the package as soon as possible.
  • She sent off a quick text to her friend before leaving.
  • The crowd gathered to send off the retiring CEO with a standing ovation.

noun the action of moving something from one place to another

verb to move from one place to another

adjective used to describe something that involves moving from one place to another

  • The bank requires a signed authorization letter for any fund transfer exceeding $10,000.
  • Can you transfer me some cash for the concert tickets?
  • I'll just Venmo you the money for the pizza, okay?
  • The transfer of power from the old CEO to the new one was seamless.

verb to cover or enclose something in paper or other material

adjective covered or enclosed in paper or other material

  • The gift was beautifully wrapped in colorful paper and tied with a bow.
  • I quickly wrapped up the leftovers and put them in the fridge.
  • He wrapped up the deal with a handshake and a smile.
  • The mystery was wrapped in layers of intrigue, leaving everyone guessing until the very end.

noun a period of time when one is not working or busy; leisure time

  • It is important for employees to use their down time efficiently to recharge and prepare for the next work day.
  • I like to catch up on my favorite TV shows during my down time.
  • I usually just chill and relax during my down time.
  • Sometimes life throws unexpected challenges at us, but it's important to make the most of our down time to regroup and come back stronger.