1. plural of pilotage; the act or practice of piloting a ship into or out of a harbor or through difficult waters
Usage: nautical; often used in maritime and shipping contexts
2. plural of pilotage; the fee or charge paid to a pilot for guiding a vessel
Usage: nautical; commercial/financial context

Examples

• The harbor master coordinated multiple pilotages throughout the busy shipping season.
• Pilotages through the narrow strait required experienced navigators.
• The shipping company budgeted for pilotages at each major port.
• Local pilots handled all pilotages in the congested waterway.
• The captain arranged pilotages with the port authority before arrival.
• Pilotages were essential for safely navigating the treacherous coastal waters.