consignment
|con/sign/ment|
B2
/kənˈsaɪnmənt/
batch of goods
Etymology
Etymology Information
'consignment' originates from the French word 'consigner,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'signer' meant 'to sign.'
Historical Evolution
'consigner' transformed into the English word 'consignment' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to sign together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a batch of goods or the act of consigning.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a batch of goods destined for or delivered to someone.
The consignment of books arrived yesterday.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the act of consigning or delivering something.
The consignment of the package was handled by the courier.
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