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multidrop

multidrop

6.6
A route where a driver makes several stops to deliver items
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : ruta multidrop
  • A multidrop saves time and fuel by combining several deliveries into one trip.

Examples

  • The courier planned the multidrop carefully to finish all customer deliveries before evening.

  • Drivers must be organized to handle a busy multidrop schedule efficiently.

  • The delivery driver planned a multidrop route for the day.

  • Can you explain what a multidrop operation is?

  • The delivery driver organized a multidrop route to ensure all packages were delivered on time.

  • By using a multidrop, the company was able to reduce transport costs while serving multiple clients.

  • She streamlined her daily tasks by scheduling a multidrop operation for her deliveries.

Surface Forms

multidrop singular
multidrops plural

Morphology

multidrop = drop (semi-transparent) = multi + drop

The route sense is fairly guessable from multi- 'many' plus drop 'delivery stop', though the logistics usage is specialized.

Etymology

Multidrop is formed from multi- 'many' and drop 'a stop' (like 'drop off'). A helpful way to remember it is to think of a delivery route where a vehicle makes many stops to leave items on one trip, which is exactly what a multidrop route is.