n. The hire of a ship or boat to transport cargo.n. Money paid to hire a ship or boat to transport cargo; freightn. The transportation of goods, especially in a ship or boat.n. A ship's cargo, lading or freight.n. A load; a burden.n. Two bucketfuls (of water).v. To load (a ship, cargo etc.).adj. Laden.adj. Furnished, equipped.adj. Loaded-up, charged or accompanied.adj. Distressed.