Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conveyor
noun
/kənˈveɪ.ər/
Definition
A conveyor is a machine or device that moves materials or goods from one place to another, typically within a factory or warehouse.
Examples
- The factory installed a new conveyor to speed up the assembly line.
- Conveyors are used in airports to transport luggage from check-in to the boarding area.
- The warehouse utilizes conveyor belts to move packages easily from one section to another.
Meaning
The role of a conveyor is to transport products efficiently in various settings, facilitating processes in production and distribution.
Synonyms
- Transporter
- Conveyance
- Conveyor belt
