Cartload: meaning, definitions and examples
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cartload
[ ˈkɑːrtˌloʊd ]
quantity, load
A cartload refers to the amount of goods or materials that can be transported by a cart. This term is often used in agricultural and commercial contexts, where items are carried from one location to another. Depending on the size and capacity of the cart, a cartload can vary significantly. The concept is foundational to understanding transport logistics in historical and rural economies.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- We delivered a cartload of vegetables to the market.
- He filled the cartload with firewood for the winter.
- The farmer brought a cartload of hay for his livestock.
- She ordered a cartload of supplies for the festival.
Translations
Translations of the word "cartload" in other languages:
🇵🇹 carga de carrinho
🇮🇳 गाड़ी का सामान
🇩🇪 Wagenladung
🇮🇩 muatan kereta dorong
🇺🇦 вантаж візка
🇵🇱 ładunek wózka
🇯🇵 カートの荷物
🇫🇷 chargement de chariot
🇪🇸 carga de carrito
🇹🇷 trolley yükü
🇰🇷 카트 짐
🇸🇦 حمولة العربة
🇨🇿 náklad vozíku
🇸🇰 náklad vozíka
🇨🇳 手推车载货
🇸🇮 naboja vozička
🇮🇸 vagnsflutningur
🇰🇿 арба жүктемесі
🇬🇪 კალათის ტვირთი
🇦🇿 trolley yükü
🇲🇽 carga de carrito
Etymology
The term 'cartload' has its origins in the combination of 'cart', which dates back to Old English 'cærta', meaning a vehicle for carrying goods, and 'load', originating from the Old English 'hlād', referring to a burden or cargo. Historically, carts have been used for centuries in various cultures for transporting produce, materials, and goods. The concept of a cartload embodies the practical aspects of transport in agrarian societies, highlighting the significance of efficient movement of resources. Over time, the term has been adapted into various contexts, including logistics, agriculture, and everyday language, reflecting its enduring relevance in discussions about transportation and trade.