Jan 29, 2026
Demurrage
(n.)
de-mur-rage
dih-mur-ij
Definition:
The detention of a vessel beyond the specified time of sailing.
Example:
The container was held at customs and demurrage charges began to accrue.
Noxious
(adj.)
nox-ious
näk-shəs
Definition:
Harmful or injurious to health or physical well-being.
Example:
The noxious fumes emitted by the plastic factory cause breathing difficulties for the workers.
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