Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
affret
verb
/ˈæfɹɛt/
Definition
To arrange for a vessel to be used for transporting goods.
Examples
- We need to affret a ship for the upcoming trade route.
- The company decided to affret during the peak season to meet demand.
- They chose to affret rather than buy their own vessel to save costs.
Meaning
Affret refers to the process of chartering a ship, typically in maritime contexts, for the purpose of carrying cargo.
Synonyms
- Charter
- Lease
- Hire
