moving company
Definition
Noun: A business that provides the service of transporting the personal belongings, furniture, and other possessions of a household or business from one location (e.g., a home or office) to another.
Usage
This term is used to refer to the commercial service provider hired for relocation. It is a standard, formal term for this type of business. - You should get quotes from at least three moving companies before your relocation. - The moving company is scheduled to arrive at 8 a.m. on Friday. - It is important to choose a reputable moving company to ensure your items are handled safely.
Examples
- We hired a moving company to transport our furniture from Boston to Chicago.
- The moving company provided packing materials and boxes as part of their service.
- Before signing the contract, verify that the moving company is properly licensed and insured.
Advanced Usage
- "full-service moving company": A company that offers comprehensive services including packing, loading, transporting, unloading, and sometimes even unpacking your belongings.
- "interstate moving company": A company that is licensed to handle moves across state lines, as opposed to a local mover.
Variants and Related Words
- Mover (n): A more common, informal term for a moving company or a person who works for one. (e.g., )
- Removal company (n): A term primarily used in British English with the same meaning as "moving company."
- Relocation service (n): A broader term that can include moving services but may also refer to services helping with finding a new home or settling into a new area.
Synonyms
- Moving service
- Moving firm
- Van line (often refers to a large, national moving company)
Related Phrases
- "to hire a moving company": The standard phrase for engaging their services.
- "moving company estimate/quote": The projected cost provided by the company for the move.
- "moving company crew/team": The group of workers who perform the packing and loading.
Noun
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a company that moves the possessions of a family or business from one site to another
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