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logistic

logistic

6 6.0
Relating to planning and moving goods, equipment, or people
  • adjective
  • /ləˈdʒɪstɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : logístico
  • To ensure the project runs smoothly, we need to establish a reliable logistic framework for transportation and resources.

Well, so I've gone Jim, I'm doing some running about some logistic stuff for my people.

Examples

  • The company hired a consultant to improve their logistic operations and streamline the supply chain.

  • Victor will provide you all the promised information and logistic support.

  • I need three more battalions and logistic support.

  • No data could have been collected without the logistic support provided by Antarctic Support Associates.

    Academic text (1999)
  • Replacing U.S. soldiers with local nationals and tribal-based logistic programs can be a tremendous force multiplier.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Effective logistic planning is crucial for delivering goods on time and maintaining customer satisfaction.

Synonyms

logistical
vslogistic
45 6.0

Planning and arranging the movement of people or supplies

centres on movement supply and maintenance tasks rather than planning

Compounds

logistic support
  • Specialized
1 3.5

Help that gives supplies, vehicles, and services for military or disaster missions

logistic assessment
  • Specialized
7.0

A check of the supplies and support needed for a military mission

logistic assistance
  • Specialized
4.5

Help to organize, move, and keep supplies and equipment working for military or aid operations

6.6

A system that organizes and shares supplies and support among groups for a joint operation

Agreements between countries to move and share supplies and equipment during military or disaster relief missions

How Organized

systematic
66 4.6
organized
  • US
19 2.0
logistic
  • Specialized
6 6.0
disorganized
  • US
38 3.1
chaotic
116 4.7

Surface Forms

logistic positive

Morphology

logistic = logistics (transparent) = logist + ic

The adjective is clearly related to the noun 'logistics' and is used to describe matters concerning logistics, so learners who know 'logistics' can readily infer the adjective meaning.

Etymology

The word logistic comes from an old word meaning 'to calculate' or 'count', the same root you see in logic. So think of logistic as careful planning and counting of movement and supplies, which is why it now means organizing the movement, supply, and maintenance of goods and people.