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Meaning of break-bulk | Babel Free

Adjective CEFR B2

Definitions

Of cargo: heterogeneous in size, shape, and handling requirements; neither bulk nor containerized.

not-comparable

Examples

“Break-bulk cargo is characterized by its multiplicity and diversity. […] In break-bulk service, a cargo ship might carry barrels of cooking oil, ... cartons..., bales ..., bags ..., and so on.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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