haulage

noun

haul·​age ˈhȯ-lij How to pronounce haulage (audio)
1
: the act or process of hauling
2
: a charge made for hauling

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Finally, a fleet management system that coordinates movement and location of material haulage is critical to ensure balanced line operations between excavation, haulage and processing. Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 But some experts side with the theory that Egyptians used ramps and haulage devices to put the blocks in place, based on current evidence. Ashley Strickland, CNN, 10 Aug. 2024 As a result, the ocean carrier is asking customers to plan their inland haulage accordingly. Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2024 Of course, the Nihil would ensure any haulage ships were reliant on them for safe passage. EW.com, 2 Nov. 2023 See all Example Sentences for haulage 

Word History

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of haulage was in 1676

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“Haulage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/haulage. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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