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Stowage (Noun)

The charge for stowing goods.

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

The shipping company added a charge for stowage to the total cost of transporting the cargo.
In the context of international trade, stowage fees can significantly affect a company's bottom line.
Before the container ship set sail, the crew was responsible for calculating the stowage costs of all cargo on board.
To ensure a safe voyage, stowage regulations had to be followed precisely by all shipping personnel.
An extra stowage fee was added to the original estimate because the customer requested a specific arrangement of goods in the container.

A room in which things are stored.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The act of packing or storing away.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The sailors were responsible for the stowage of the cargo in the ship's hold.
Proper stowage of the equipment in the warehouse ensured easy access and minimal damage.
The flight attendants checked the stowage of the carry-on bags in the overhead compartments before takeoff.
The container's stowage capacity was maximized by stacking the crates efficiently.
The campers took great care in the stowage of their gear to keep it dry and secure during the rainstorm.