Associations to the word «Demurrage»
Noun
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Wiktionary
DEMURRAGE, noun. (nautical) the detention of a ship or other freight vehicle, during delayed loading or unloading
DEMURRAGE, noun. Compensation paid for such detention
DEMURRAGE, noun. A charge made for exchanging currency for bullion
Dictionary definition
DEMURRAGE, noun. A charge required as compensation for the delay of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure.
DEMURRAGE, noun. Detention of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure.
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