Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
consignee
noun
/kənˈsɪn.iː/
Definition
The person or entity to whom goods are shipped or delivered.
Examples
- After the shipment arrived, the consignee checked the condition of the goods.
- The consignee must provide identification when picking up the package.
- In a transaction, the consignee is often the final destination of the merchandise.
Meaning
A consignee is the individual or business that receives goods shipped by another party, known as the consignor. The consignee holds the responsibility for the goods upon receipt and may also complete the necessary documentation to claim ownership or possession.
Synonyms
- receiver
- importer
- recipient
