bills of lading

A form of bill of lading — A document issued by a carrier (e.g. master of a ship or the ship owner's agent) to a shipper listing a ship's cargo, acknowledging receipt of said cargo, and specifying terms for its delivery.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of bill of lading
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