transportation
UK: ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃən | US: ˌtrænspərˈteɪʃən
n. the act or process of moving people or goods from one place to another
n. a system or method for conveying passengers or goods
n. the state of being transported
The word "transportation" originates from Latin transportare, combining trans- (meaning "across") and portare (meaning "to carry"). The suffix -ation was added in Middle English to form a noun indicating the action or process. Historically, the term evolved from physical movement (e.g., goods by ship) to modern systems like public transit. The morphemes reflect a logical progression: crossing (trans) while carrying (port), formalized into a concept (-ation).
Public transportation reduces traffic congestion in cities.
The transportation of fragile items requires special packaging.
High-speed rail is an efficient form of transportation.
The company handles international transportation logistics.
Urban planners prioritize sustainable transportation solutions.