importation

[im-pawr-tey-shuhn, -pohr-]

noun

1. the act of importing.

2. something imported.

importation

/ ˌɪmpɔːˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. the act, business, or process of importing goods or services

2. an imported product or service

Other Word Forms

• overimportation noun
• preimportation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of importation¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; import + -ation

Example Sentences

"They attempted to make their operations appear legitimate but investigators unravelled their vast communications and movements showing they would often transport pallets back across to England so they could be reused for further importations."

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Last week Betro was convicted of conspiracy to murder, possession of a firearm with intent and being knowingly concerned in the fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on the importation of ammunition.

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"India's importation of Russian Federation oil undermines US efforts to counter Russia's harmful activities."

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Ronan's Law, named after her son, will outlaw the manufacture, supply, sale, possession and importation of ninja swords.

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Most are run by well-meaning dog lovers, following rules around transportation and importation paperwork.

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Related Words

• access 
• accession 
• admission 
• entry