English Word · Advanced
dunnage
A charge for equipment or materials left on site
Pronunciation: /ˈdʌnɪdʒ/
Meaning
A fee charged for materials or equipment that remain at a site.
Example
The contractor paid dunnage for the equipment left in the yard.
The contractor paid dunnage for the equipment left in the yard.
Practice tips
- Practice dunnage out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.