n.
One who, or that which, lights; as, a lighter of lamps.
n.
A large boat or barge, mainly used in unloading or loading vessels which can not reach the wharves at the place of shipment or delivery.
v. t.
To convey by a lighter, as to or from the shore; as, to lighter the cargo of a ship.
n.
The price paid for conveyance of goods on a lighter.
n.
The act of unloading into a lighter, or of conveying by a lighter.
n.
A person employed on, or who manages, a lighter.
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