HyperDic: free_port

English > 2 senses of the expression free port:
NOUNlocationfree port, free zonean area adjoining a port where goods that are intended for reshipment can be received and stored without payment of duties
locationfree porta port open on equal terms to all commercial vessels
English > free port: 2 senses > noun 1, location
MeaningAn area adjoining a port where goods that are intended for reshipment can be received and stored without payment of duties.
Synonymfree zone
Broaderarea, countryA particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
Spanishzona franca
English > free port: 2 senses > noun 2, location
MeaningA port open on equal terms to all commercial vessels.
BroaderportA place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
Spanishpuerto franco
Catalanport franc

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