cargo
noun [ C or U ]
uk/ˈkɑːɡəʊ/ usplural cargoes | cargos TRANSPORT, COMMERCE
the goods carried by a ship, plane, or other large vehicle:
carry/handle/transport a cargo TCL Carriers Ltd was the operator of the vessel on which the cargo was carried.
load/unload/discharge a cargo The costs of loading and discharging the cargo are not included.
a cargo of sth The ship was carrying a cargo of wool.
a cargo ship/vessel/plane
cargo space/capacity Soft bags are recommended because of limited cargo space on the aircraft.
See also
air cargo
bulk cargo
deadweight cargo
dry cargo
general cargo