porterage UK /ˈpɔːtəɹɪd͡ʒ/US /ˈpɔɹtəɹəd͡ʒ/ noun5 •The carrying or transportation of goods by a porter (“person who carries luggage and related objects”) or other person.[T]he Gallant was ready punctually at his hour with three or four Porters, by the help of whom he quickly removed all the choice Goods or any that were worth Porterage to a place appointed. — 1680 •The charge for such carrying or transportation. •The occupation of, or services provided by, a porter (“person in control of the entrance to a building”).There is an underground parking space for each flat, a 24-hour porterage service and careful security arrangements. — 1994 •Porters regarded collectively. •(no longer used, rare) Goods or other things which are carried; burdens. formsporterages