logistics

[ loh-jis-tiks, luh- ]

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

1. the branch of military science and operations dealing with the procurement, supply, and maintenance of equipment, with the movement, evacuation, and hospitalization of personnel, with the provision of facilities and services, and with related matters.
2. the planning, implementation, and coordination of the details of a business or other operation.

logistics

/ lɒˈdʒɪstɪks; ˌlɒdʒɪˈstɪʃən /

noun

1. the science of the movement, supplying, and maintenance of military forces in the field
2. the management of materials flow through an organization, from raw materials through to finished goods
3. the detailed planning and organization of any large complex operation

Derived Forms

• logistician, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of logistics¹

First recorded in 1875–80; from French logistique “quartermaster's work,” equivalent to log(er) “to lodge, be quartered (said of troops)” + -istique -istic; -ics

Word History and Origins

Origin of logistics¹

C19: from French logistique, from loger to lodge

Example Sentences

His plan, however, is likely to face enormous financial and logistics hurdles, as well as immediate legal challenges from rights groups.

From BBC

With the green light to use long-range missiles, airfields and key logistics hubs deep inside Russia have also come within Ukraine’s range.

From BBC

Ukrainian forces will be able to hit Russian positions in Kursk, including troops, logistics and infrastructure and ammunition storage.

From BBC

The president-elect has insisted cost won't be an issue, but experts have cautioned that his promises may run into enormous financial and logistics challenges.

From BBC

“Travel, security, transportation, logistics — there’s a lot that they provide and it’s well known and well-accepted across the federal government.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• coordination
• engineering
• planning
• strategy