bill of sight

noun

A form of entry at the customhouse, by which goods, respecting which the importer is not possessed of full information, may be provisionally landed for examination.

Meanings

nounbill of sight (plural bills of sight)

plural bills of sight

  1. A form of entry at the customhouse, by which goods, respecting which the importer is not possessed of full information, may be provisionally landed for examination.
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