consignment
/kənˈsaɪnmənt/
Definition
The act of entrusting goods or items to the care or custody of another, often for the purpose of sale, transport, or administrative management.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'consignare,' meaning 'to sign, seal, or certify.' It evolved through Middle French to enter English in the early 17th century, originally denoting the act of signing over or delivering goods to an agent.
In the news
While the word 'consignment' does not appear directly in the provided text, the article discusses the 'allocation' and distribution of emission permits to companies. This reflects the concept of consignment, where regulatory bodies entrust permits to industries under specific conditions to manage climate goals.
Brussels’ precarious ETS reform juggles industry constraints with climate ambition
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