Definition

Noun: - A large elevator specifically designed for transporting goods and materials, not passengers: A freight elevator is a type of elevator built with a robust structure, larger capacity, and often slower speed to move heavy items, furniture, equipment, or cargo between floors in a building.

Usage

• Freight elevators are typically found in commercial buildings, warehouses, hospitals, and large residential complexes.
• They are used for moving objects that are too large, heavy, or numerous for a standard passenger elevator.
• Access may be restricted or require a key for operation.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The movers used the freight elevator to bring the new furniture up to the office.
  • All deliveries must be made using the freight elevator at the rear of the building.
  • The hospital's freight elevator is essential for transporting medical equipment and supplies.

Advanced Usage

• "to take the freight elevator": To use the elevator designated for cargo.
  • Due to the size of the package, we'll have to take the freight elevator.

Variants and Related Words

• Service elevator (n): A term often used interchangeably with "freight elevator," though it may sometimes also transport staff along with goods.
• Goods lift (n): The British English equivalent of "freight elevator."
• Freight (n): The goods or cargo being transported.

Synonyms

• Cargo elevator
• Goods elevator
• Industrial elevator

Antonyms

• Passenger elevator: An elevator designed primarily for carrying people.

Noun

1. an elevator designed for carrying freight