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multipacket|ˈmʌltɪpækɪt|
[f. multi- + packet n.]
A cargo boat built in two parts, having the propulsion unit and crew quarters at one end and one or more cargo units at the other. Also attrib.
1965Daily Express 11 Nov. 17/2 A design for a cargo ship that splits in half has passed Ministry of Transport tests... The design, called the Multi-packet, has been developed by a Liverpool firm. 1967New Scientist 28 Dec. 743/3 The multipacket vessel can enter harbour, deposit a fully laden cargo unit at the quayside, and depart with a different unit—all within a matter of hours. Ibid. 744/1 The greatest technical difficulty to be overcome in the new design is that of connecting and disconnecting the multipacket units quickly and easily. |