De container
Example: De container werd op tijd geladen voor het transport naar de haven.
Definition
"De container" refers to a large standardized metal box used for storing and transporting goods efficiently, especially in logistics and shipping. Containers are designed to be easily loaded, unloaded, stacked, and transported across different modes of transport like ships, trucks, and trains.
Etymology
The word "de container" in Dutch comes from the English term 'container,' which originates from the Latin 'continere,' meaning 'to hold together.' The term was adopted into Dutch reflecting the global use of standardized containers in shipping and logistics. Did you know? The use of containers revolutionized cargo transport by enabling quick loading and unloading.
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"De container" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Logistics - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 107 commonly used words.
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