Origin: Latin suffix -ment
Consignment has 4 different meanings across 1 category:
the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital)
"After the jury's verdict, the court ordered his consignment to a maximum-security facility."
the delivery of goods for sale or disposal
"The shop owner received a consignment of vintage furniture that she hoped would sell quickly at her local market."
A collection of goods to be sent, in transit or having been sent.
"The truck arrived at the warehouse carrying a fresh consignment of winter coats from the manufacturer."