reconsignment

American  

[ree-kuhn-sahyn-muhnt] / ˌri kənˈsaɪn mənt /

noun

1. a consigning again.

2. Commerce.  a change in the route, point of delivery, or consignee as stated in the original bill of lading.

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Etymology

Origin of reconsignment

First recorded in 1850–55; re- + consignment

Example Sentences

It is possible that measures may be attempted to prevent unlimited reconsignment of coal.

From Time Magazine Archive

He was resolved to put an end to the block at all costs, except the reconsignment of populations already free to Austria or Austrians.

From Project Gutenberg

However, as it was brown, even to Bella's taste, the young lady graciously partook of it without reconsignment to the frying-pan, and also, in due course, of the contents of the two bottles: whereof one held Scotch ale and the other rum.

From Project Gutenberg

The bell at the inner door in the passage immediately thereafter tinkling, she is admonished by Mrs. Snagsby, on pain of instant reconsignment to her patron saint, not to omit the ceremony of announcement. 

From Project Gutenberg