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Tunnage

Definition: Tunnage refers to the capacity or carrying capacity of a vessel, especially a ship, expressed in terms of the total enclosed volume (in cubic feet or cubic meters) or weight (in tons) that can be accommodated.

Sense 1 (Noun): The measurement of the internal volume or weight of a ship.

Example sentences:

1. The tunnage of the cargo ship was impressive, allowing it to transport large quantities of goods.
2. The vessel's tunnage was not sufficient to carry the entire load of timber.

Sense 2 (Noun): The total weight or capacity of goods carried by a ship or fleet.

Example sentences:

1. The company announced an increase in tunnage, indicating higher levels of trade activity.
2. The tunnage of the fleet was reduced due to the decline in demand for imported goods.

Sense 3 (Noun): A local or regional tax imposed on ships or cargo entering a port.

Example sentences:

1. The tunnage collected at the port was used to fund various infrastructure development projects.
2. The local government decided to lower the tunnage to attract more shipping companies.

Sense 4 (Noun): The total number or amount of a particular resource, often used in a local context.

Example sentences:

1. The tunnage of fish caught in the nearby lake has been steadily decreasing over the years.
2. The tunnage of coal reserves in the region is estimated to be sufficient for several decades.

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