Lighterage
[lahy-ter-ij] /ˈlaɪ tər ɪdʒ/
noun
1.
the use of in loading and unloading ships and in transporting goods for short distances.
2.
a fee paid for service.
/ˈlaɪtərɪdʒ/
noun
1.
the conveyance or loading and unloading of cargo by means of a lighter
2.
the charge for this service
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