Definition of "lockage" [lock•age]

• The passage of a ship through a lock. (noun)
• A toll paid for the use of a lock. (noun)
• A system of locks. (noun)

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• "The construction of a 25 foot waterway with very considerable reduction in lockage delays, will, however, change the whole complexion of Montreal's adverse position as a charter market."
• "In addition, the biometrics lockage and security system will reduce anxiety and stress over house safety management."
• "The locks, the lock chambers, we have a 1,200-foot lock chamber, which would allow five barges deep and three barges wide, plus its towed to enter in and traditional lock up or down the river and then we have a 600 lock chamber which is smaller but would still allow lockage through traditionally."