crosshaul

I. \\ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷\ noun

Etymology: cross (III) + haul

1.

a. : a loading device consisting of a chain having each end fastened to opposing sides of a vehicle (as a sled or wagon) and the resulting loop passed under the object to be loaded (as a log) and back to a source of power that rolls the object usually up a ramp onto the vehicle

b. also crosshauling \\ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷\ : the method of loading employing this device

2. : an instance where the transportation of goods promotes or creates crosshauling

millions of railroad car miles … saved by the elimination of crosshauls — K.A.Solmssen

II. verb

: to transport under conditions that promote or create crosshauling