straight bill of lading

noun

1. a bill of lading that is issued to a specified consignee for the delivery of the goods and that cannot be endorsed to another party.

Example Sentences

If a straight bill of lading is given, the original is sent to the person to whom the goods are shipped, who is called the consignee, who on the presentation of the bill of lading is entitled to the goods after paying the charges.

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