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consignee
[ kon-sahy-nee, -si-, kuhn-sahy- ]
consignee
/ ˌkɒnsaɪˈniː /
noun
- a person, agent, organization, etc, to which merchandise is consigned
Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
The bill must not be drawn or renewed after the goods have been surrendered to the purchaser or consignee.
When the consignee accepts the draft, he receives the bill of lading, and is then permitted to put the coffee in a warehouse.
It can be picked up at the door of the shipper and delivered at the door of the consignee, entailing only two handlings.
The consignee then gets possession of the order bill of lading, which entitles him to possession of the goods.
When the goods arrive at their destination, the consignee is notified and is sent a freight bill showing the freight charges.
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