Packinghouse (noun)

1. A building or facility where goods, especially agricultural products, are processed and packaged for shipment.
2. A processing and packaging plant for agricultural products.

Origin:

From the verb 'pack' meaning 'to prepare for shipment' and 'house' meaning 'a building'. the term was first used in the late 19th century to refer to a building or facility used for the processing and packaging of goods, especially agricultural products.

Examples:

1. The packinghouse was a busy place during harvest season, as workers packaged and shipped the fruits and vegetables.
2. The packinghouse was equipped with modern machinery and technology to ensure efficient processing and packaging of the products.
3. The packinghouse was an important part of the local economy, providing jobs and supporting the agriculture industry.
4. The packinghouse was a clean and well-maintained facility, with strict standards for quality and hygiene.
5. The packinghouse was a major supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables to markets and retailers around the world.