Words Like DEMURRAGE

We have put together a list of words that are similar to DEMURRAGE.

3 Alternative Words Similar to demurrage

1 Charge Noun      Synonym Words Like Charge
2 Delay Noun      Synonym Words Like Delay
3 Holdup Noun      Synonym Words Like Holdup

10 definitions of demurrage

1 In maritime law:
2 Any detention of a vessel by the freighter in loading or unloading beyond the time originally stipulated. When a vessel is thus detained she is said to be on demurrage.
3 The compensation which the freighter has to pay for such delay or detention.
4 Detention of railway-wagons, etc.
5 A charge of 1½d. per ounce, made by the Bank of England in exchanging notes or coin for bullion.
6 the detention of a ship or other freight vehicle, during delayed loading or unloading
7 compensation paid for such detention
8 a charge made for exchanging currency for bullion
9 a charge required as compensation for the delay of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure
10 detention of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure
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