shipped (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ʃɪpt/

Definition

To send goods or products by a vehicle, especially a ship, but commonly by any mode of transport like truck, train, or plane.

Examples

• The company shipped the new electronics to retailers across the country.

• My grandmother shipped a care package to me while I was away at college.

• All international orders are shipped via air freight to ensure timely delivery.

How to Use shipped

shipped to (prepositional phrase)

Sent to a destination. — "The package was shipped to my home address."

shipped from (prepositional phrase)

Sent originating from a place. — "The fresh produce was shipped from California."

to be shipped (collocation)

To be in the process of being sent. — "The new models are expected to be shipped next week."

Synonyms of shipped

Words with a similar meaning to shipped:

• sent
• dispatched
• conveyed
• forwarded
• consigned

Antonyms of shipped

Words with the opposite meaning to shipped:

• received
• collected

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