What's the difference between consignee and consignor?

Consignee


Definition:

  • (n.) The person to whom goods or other things are consigned; a factor; -- correlative to consignor.

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Consignor


Definition:

  • (n.) One who consigns something to another; -- opposed to consignee.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) A "known consignor" regime means cargo from organisations vetted by the Department for Transport, such as the royal household, is treated as secure and can be placed on aircraft.
  • (2) A "known consignor" regime means that cargo from organisations vetted by the Department for Transport, such as the Royal household, are treated as secure and can be placed on aircraft without further checks.
  • (3) Any "unknown" freight not from a known consignor is screened.
  • (4) Any "unknown" freight not from a known consignor is screened, ensuring that all domestic and international freight from the UK is covered by the security regime.
  • (5) The consignor allows veterinarians to examine his or her animals with the understanding that the opinions are kept in confidence with the individual employing the veterinarian.
  • (6) Unfortunately, it is impossible to prevent a client from revealing information to another buyer, and the consignor often blames the veterinarian for disclosing findings.

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