metage

The inspector performs a metage of the grain shipment at the port.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Official measurement: "metage" refers to the official or systematic measurement of goods, especially coal or other bulk commodities, for purposes of taxation, sale, or shipping.
   • Tax on measurement: "metage" also denotes a fee or tax levied for the official measurement of such goods.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The port authority charged a metage for weighing the coal shipment. (An official measurement fee for bulk goods.)
  • Accurate metage of the grain was required before export. (Systematic measurement of the commodity.)

Advanced Usage

• "metage certificate": a document verifying the official measurement of goods.
  • The exporter presented the metage certificate to customs. (Proof of official measurement for legal or trade purposes.)

Variants and Related Words

• Meter (n): a device for measuring (e.g., gas meter), but not directly "metage".
• Mete (v): to distribute or allot by measure (archaic).
  • The king meted out justice. (Apportioned, related to measurement.)

Synonyms

• Measurement: the act or process of determining size, quantity, or capacity.
• Survey: systematic examination of land or goods for official purposes.
• Gauging: estimation or determination of quantity.

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