goods wagon

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noun British.

a heavy railroad freight car.

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Origin of goods wagon

First recorded in 1885–90

Politico has reported that some Republican donors see Scalise as damaged goods.
The Price of Steve Scalise’s Silence|Jason Berry|January 7, 2015|DAILY BEAST
In fact, Mexico buys and sells more US goods than any other country on the planet except for Canada.
Why Mexicans Are Enraged by Obama’s Big Tuesday Meeting|Ruben Navarrette Jr.|January 6, 2015|DAILY BEAST
I never hear a Democrat talk about these goods, which are, in the literal sense, indivisible—for us all.
The Democrats’ Black Hole—and What They Can Do About It|Michael Tomasky|December 31, 2014|DAILY BEAST
As more come online, they will actively seek better selling prices elsewhere and also source their goods internationally.
Silicon Valley Sets Its Sights on Africa|Christian Borys|December 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST

On Thursday, Russian bloggers published pictures of empty shelves in stores that once sold electric goods.
After His Disastrous Annual Press Conference, Putin Needs A Hug|Anna Nemtsova|December 18, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Sweden excluded British goods, conformably to the continental system established by Bonaparte.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology|Joel Munsell
The little pig in the box felt himself being lifted out of the wagon.
Squinty the Comical Pig|Richard Barnum
He had come down after the wagon load, which had to be pitched on again rather more deliberately.
The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun;|Various
The challenge was accepted and the hay-wagon driven round and the trial commenced.
The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun;|Various
The carrying of these heavy government debts is a question of the future production of goods, of commerce, and of saving.
Readings in Money and Banking|Chester Arthur Phillips