movable container
[ˈmuːvəbəl kənˈteɪnər]
nounpl: movable containers
contêiner móvel
1. A portable receptacle or vessel designed to hold and transport goods, materials, or items from one location to another
The warehouse uses movable containers to organize and store inventory efficiently.
O armazém utiliza contêineres móveis para organizar e armazenar estoque de forma eficiente.
2. In logistics and shipping, a standardized box or unit that can be easily transported by truck, train, or ship
The shipping company loaded the cargo into movable containers for international transport.
A empresa de transporte carregou a carga em contêineres móveis para transporte internacional.
3. Any receptacle with wheels or handles that allows for easy relocation and repositioning
The restaurant uses movable containers to store dry goods and supplies.
O restaurante usa contêineres móveis para armazenar produtos secos e suprimentos.
In Brazil, the logistics and shipping industry heavily relies on containerization for both domestic and international trade. The term 'contêiner' has become standardized in Brazilian Portuguese due to the dominance of English in global shipping and logistics terminology. This reflects Brazil's significant role in international commerce and the influence of multinational logistics companies.
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