DEMURRAGE
(noun)
There are 2 meanings of the word
Demurrage.
Definitions
Demurrage - as a noun
A charge required as compensation for the delay of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure
Detention of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure
Example Sentences
"The shipping company charged demurrage fees for the delayed cargo."
"The demurrage costs increased due to the extended storage time."
"The importer had to pay demurrage charges for the late clearance of goods."
"The demurrage rate for the unused railcars was quite high."
"The shipping contract included specific demurrage provisions."
Word Game Points
Is DEMURRAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, demurrage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEMURRAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is DEMURRAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, demurrage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEMURRAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is DEMURRAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, demurrage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEMURRAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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