Jan 30, 2025
Demurrage
(n.)
de-mur-rage
dih-mur-ij
Definition:
The detention of a vessel beyond the specified time of sailing.
Example:
The container was held at customs and demurrage charges began to accrue.
Niche
(n.)
niche
neesh
Definition:
A semicircular, arched recess in a wall, as for a statue; a specialized area of expertise.
Example:
The prized vase was nestled into a small niche in the wall with decorative curtains partially concealing it from view.
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