transportation

American  

[trans-per-tey-shuhn] / ˌtræns pərˈteɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the act of transporting.

2. the state of being transported. transported.

3. the means of transport or conveyance.

4. the business of conveying people, goods, etc.

5. price of travel or transport by public conveyance; fare.

6. tickets or permits for transport or travel.

7. banishment, as of a criminal to a penal colony; deportation.

8. Also called Transportation Department.  (initial capital letter) the Department of Transportation.

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transportation British  

/ ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. a means or system of transporting

2. the act of transporting or the state of being transported

3. (esp formerly) deportation to a penal colony

4. a ticket or fare

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Other Word Forms

• nontransportation noun
• pretransportation noun

Etymology

Origin of transportation

First recorded in 1530–40; transport + -ation

Example Sentences

He also urged Congress to guarantee pay for transportation security officers and others during shutdowns.

From MarketWatch

One of the most fascinating things inside chip fabrication plants, or fabs, is the intricate overhead transportation system that carries wafers from machine to machine.

From The Wall Street Journal

That schedule can be difficult for people balancing work, family, transportation, or health challenges.

From Science Daily

Just as you are seeking tips in these groups on the best gelato in Milan or public transportation from the airport in Amsterdam, someone is seeking tips on somewhere you live or have visited.

From The Wall Street Journal

But there are still massive costs that need to be covered, including transportation and security.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• shipment
• shipping
• transit
• transport