Definition of Logistics

1. Noun. Handling an operation that involves providing labor and materials be supplied as needed.

Generic synonyms: Provision, Supply, Supplying
Derivative terms: Logistic, Logistical

Definition of Logistics

1. n. That branch of the military art which embraces the details of moving and supplying armies. The meaning of the word is by some writers extended to include strategy.

Definition of Logistics

1. Noun. (plural of logistic) ¹

2. Noun. (context: operations) The process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from their point of origin to point of consumption for the purpose of satisfying customer requirements. ¹

3. Noun. (military) The procurement, supply, maintenance, and transportation of equipment, facilities, and personnel. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Logistics

1. logistic [n] - See also: logistic

Medical Definition of Logistics

1. 1. That branch of the military art which embraces the details of moving and supplying armies. The meaning of the word is by some writers extended to include strategy. 2. A system of arithmetic, in which numbers are expressed in a scale of 60; logistic arithmetic. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Logistics

logisitic
logistic
logistic curve
logistic function
logistic functions
logistic model
logistic models
logistic support
logistical nightmare
logistically
logistician
logisticians
logistics (current term)
logit
logit transformation
logitian
logits
logjam
logjammed
logjamming
logjams
logjuice
logjuices
loglike
loglikelihood
loglikelihoods
logline

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