Acronyms




k

K.D.C.L.

Knocked down in carload lots

K.D.L.C.L.

Knocked down in less than carload lots.

KD Flat

An article taken apart, folded, or telescoped to reduce its bulk at least 66 2/3% below its assembled size.

Keelage

Toll on vessels entering a port.

Knock Down (KD)

An article taken apart, folded or telescoped in such a manner as to reduce its bulk at least 33 1/3% below its assembled bulk.

Knot (Nautical)

The unit of speed equivalent to one nautical mile, or 6,080.20 feet per hour or 1.85 kilometers per hour.

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