Meaning of the word warehouse in English

What does warehouse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

warehouse

US /ˈwer.haʊs/

UK /ˈwer.haʊs/

a large building where raw materials or manufactured goods may be stored prior to their export or distribution for sale.

Example:

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The company stores its products in a large warehouse.

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Goods are shipped directly from the warehouse to customers.

Synonym:

depot storehouse repository stockroom storeroom

store (goods) in a warehouse.

Example:

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The company plans to warehouse all its excess inventory.

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They will warehouse the imported goods until customs clearance.

Synonym:

store stock keep deposit hoard

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