logistics

[loh-jis-tiks, luh-]

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

1. the branch of military science and operations dealing with the procurement, supply, and maintenance of equipment, with the movement, evacuation, and hospitalization of personnel, with the provision of facilities and services, and with related matters.

2. the planning, implementation, and coordination of the details of a business or other operation.

logistics

/ lɒˈdʒɪstɪks, ˌlɒdʒɪˈstɪʃən /

noun

1. the science of the movement, supplying, and maintenance of military forces in the field

2. the management of materials flow through an organization, from raw materials through to finished goods

3. the detailed planning and organization of any large complex operation

Other Word Forms

• logistician noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of logistics¹

First recorded in 1875–80; from French logistique “quartermaster's work,” equivalent to log(er) “to lodge, be quartered (said of troops)” + -istique -istic; -ics

Word History and Origins

Origin of logistics¹

C19: from French logistique, from loger to _lodge

Example Sentences

"There's a real chance I could wake up tomorrow front page of YouTube: 'Charlie Kirk owns manbun idiot with facts and logistics'," he said.

From BBC

There’s a national network of Sikhs working in fields adjacent to trucking as well, from truck-stop Indian restaurants to trucking schools and logistics companies.

From Los Angeles Times

In recent months Ukrainian strikes have reached deeper into Russian territory, hitting refineries, fuel depots and logistics hubs hundreds of miles from the frontlines.

From BBC

"The scattered approach has piled on logistics costs and led to mismatched demand across regions."

From BBC

Elizabeth Strater, a national vice president of United Farm Workers, said the logistics of keeping employees safe from raids are going to become more important.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• coordination 
• engineering 
• planning 
• strategy