lading
/ˈleɪdɪŋ/ · lad·ing
noun
- The act of loading or stowing goods or cargo on a ship, aircraft, or vehicle. The lading of the cargo ship took several hours to complete.
- The goods or cargo being loaded or transported. The lading of the truck was carefully secured to prevent shifting during transport.
verb
- To load or stow goods or cargo on a ship, aircraft, or vehicle. The crew laded the cargo onto the ship's deck.
- To load or transport goods or cargo. The company laded the goods to the customer's location.
Did you know? The word 'lading' is often used in maritime and transportation contexts, where the precise loading and unloading of cargo is crucial for safe and efficient transport.