Waybill: meaning, definitions and examples
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waybill
[ ˈweɪbɪl ]
shipping document
A waybill is a specific type of document used in the shipping and logistics industry that serves to detail goods being transported. It includes vital information such as the origin, destination, and the nature of the shipment. The waybill acts as a receipt for the cargo, providing proof that the goods have been dispatched. Unlike a bill of lading, it does not confer title to the goods, but rather functions primarily for transportation management. Waybills are typically issued by the carrier or freight forwarder.
Synonyms
consignment note, shipping document, transportation document.
Examples of usage
- The carrier presented a waybill at the delivery point.
- Please ensure that the waybill is completed accurately before shipping.
- The waybill will help track the shipment during transit.
Translations
Translations of the word "waybill" in other languages:
🇵🇹 nota de transporte
🇮🇳 वेतन पत्र
🇩🇪 Frachtbrief
🇮🇩 surat jalan
🇺🇦 накладна
🇵🇱 list przewozowy
🇯🇵 運送状
🇫🇷 bon de livraison
🇪🇸 carta de porte
🇹🇷 taşıma belgesi
🇰🇷 운송장
🇸🇦 سند الشحن
🇨🇿 přepravní doklad
🇸🇰 prepravný doklad
🇨🇳 运单
🇸🇮 prevozni dokument
🇮🇸 flutningaskírteini
🇰🇿 жүк құжаты
🇬🇪 ტრანსპორტირების დოკუმენტი
🇦🇿 yük sənədi
🇲🇽 guía de remisión
Etymology
The term 'waybill' originates from the combination of 'way' and 'bill'. 'Way' traces back to Old English 'weg', meaning a road or path, indicating the journey of the goods. 'Bill' comes from the Latin 'bulla', which means a seal or document. Historically, waybills were used by merchants in trade to track and authorize the movement of goods along trade routes. As commerce evolved, these documents became standardized to facilitate international trade, ensuring that detailed information regarding shipments is readily available. The use of waybills has become integral in modern logistics, enhancing the efficiency and security of transporting goods.