transportation

English

/tɹænspɔːˈteɪʃən/, /tɹænspɚˈteɪʃən/

noun
Definitions
  • The act of transporting, or the state of being transported; conveyance, often of people, goods etc.
  • (historical) deportation to a penal colony.
  • (US) A means of conveyance.
  • (US) A ticket or fare.

Etymology

Suffix from English transport.

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English

transport

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