A duty exacted, in some fairs or markets, for the right to carry things where one will.  [1913 Webster]

 A tax on wares sold by the last.  Cowell.  [1913 Webster]

 The lading of a ship; also, ballast.  Spelman.  [1913 Webster]

 Room for stowing goods, as in a ship.  [1913 Webster]