Consignment (noun)

1. The act of entrusting goods to another person for sale.
2. A shipment of goods sent to a agent for sale.
3. A stock of goods for sale at a store or shop on commission.

Origin:

The word consignment is derived from the late middle english word "consignment" which means "the act of entrusting something to another for safekeeping".

Examples:

1. She sold her artwork on consignment at the gallery.
2. The shop sold the goods on consignment from the suppliers.
3. The consignment of goods was sent to the store.
4. The consignment store sold a variety of second-hand goods.
5. The consignment of goods was delivered on time.