The bill of lading
Example: Bill of lading documents shipment details and ownership transfer
Definition
"The bill of lading" is a legal document issued by a carrier to a shipper, detailing the type, quantity, and destination of goods being transported. It serves as a shipment receipt and a document of title, facilitating ownership transfer during logistics operations.
Etymology
The term "the bill of lading" combines 'bill,' meaning a written statement or invoice, with 'lading,' an old English word derived from the verb 'lade,' meaning to load. Together, they refer to a document that records the loading of cargo onto a vessel. Did you know this term has been used since the Middle Ages in maritime trade?
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"The bill of lading" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Logistics - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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