transportation

[trans-per-tey-shuhn]

noun

1. the act of transporting.

2. the state of being transported. transported.

3. the means of transport or conveyance.

4. the business of conveying people, goods, etc.

5. price of travel or transport by public conveyance; fare.

6. tickets or permits for transport or travel.

7. banishment, as of a criminal to a penal colony; deportation.

8. Also called Transportation Department. (initial capital letter),  the Department of Transportation.

transportation

/ ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. a means or system of transporting

2. the act of transporting or the state of being transported

3. (esp formerly) deportation to a penal colony

4. a ticket or fare

Other Word Forms

• nontransportation noun
• pretransportation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of transportation¹

First recorded in 1530–40; transport + -ation

Example Sentences

The chairman of the City of London Corporation's planning and transportation committee, Tom Sleigh, said the building would deliver on "jobs, public space, and best-in-class offices".

From BBC

City transportation officials say the fee increases and extended hours encourage vehicle turnover to help businesses whose customers might struggle to find parking on busy days.

From Los Angeles Times

Growing up surrounded by nature, Bellerin credits his upbringing for sparking a lifelong connection with the environment - one that continues to shape his daily decisions, from transportation, to becoming a vegan, to his fashion choices.

From BBC

The idea is that the hydrogen, which burns at a very high temperature, will be able to replace planet-warming fossil fuels in some industry and transportation uses.

From Los Angeles Times

With Buggy Bear, Shilling is again tackling transportation — just from an entirely different angle.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• shipment 
• shipping 
• transit 
• transport