The consignment note
Example: Consignment note documents details of shipped goods
Definition
"The consignment note" is a document used in logistics that records detailed information about goods being shipped, including descriptions, quantities, sender and receiver details, and terms of delivery. It serves as proof of shipment and helps track the consigned items during transit.
Etymology
The term "the consignment note" originates from 'consignment,' which comes from the Latin 'consignare,' meaning to sign or seal, reflecting the practice of officially marking goods during shipment. 'Note' refers to a written record. Together, they describe a signed document accompanying shipped goods.
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"The consignment note" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Logistics - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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