shipper
/ˈʃɪp.ə(ɹ)/ · ship.\u00b7per
noun
- A seaman; mariner; skipper. The shipper had spent his entire life at sea, navigating treacherous waters with ease.
- The person or organization that ships (sends) something. The shipper should have paid for insurance on the package, because it was damaged when it arrived.
- A box for shipping something fragile, such as bottled beer or wine. The shipper carefully placed the wine bottles in the protective box to prevent breakage during transit.
Did you know? The term 'shipper' has been used in various contexts, including in the popular TV show 'Supernatural', where a 'shipper' refers to a fan who enthusiastically supports a fictional romantic relationship between characters.