logistics — the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies
Pronunciation (IPA): /ləˈdʒɪstɪks/
Example Sentences
- Our company specializes in international shipping logistics.
- The wedding planner said the logistics of feeding 500 guests would be easier than dealing with 50 mother-in-laws.
- The logistics of organizing a flash mob are surprisingly complex - you need to coordinate timing, location, and escape routes.
logistics
NOUN[/ləˈdʒɪstɪks/]
the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies
a operations manager holds a clipboard while directing multiple workers loading different trucks simultaneously. She points to specific trucks while coordinating the movement of various packages and supplies. Workers carry boxes to designated vehicles as forklifts move pallets in organized patterns. The timing and placement of every person and piece of equipment follows her coordinated plan. Other workers check their devices and follow specific routes she has mapped out. the detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, and supplies
Logistics guided by statistics, confirmed through ballistics!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from French 'logistique', which originated as a military term in Greek 'logistikos' (meaning 'of calculation' or 'of reasoning'). Initially used to describe the science of military supply and troop movement, it evolved into the modern sense of general supply chain and material management.
Breakdown
logistikos (Greek: 'of calculation, reasoning') + -que (French suffix forming adjectives) → logistique (French) → logistics (English). The root relates to 'logizesthai' (to calculate or reckon).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Our company specializes in international shipping logistics.”
“The wedding planner said the logistics of feeding 500 guests would be easier than dealing with 50 mother-in-laws.”
“The logistics of organizing a flash mob are surprisingly complex - you need to coordinate timing, location, and escape routes.”
“We need to work out the logistics before launching the new product.”
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