Emily Dickinson Lexicon

cargo (-es), n. [Sp. 'loading, burthen' < L.] (webplay: merchandise).

1. Content; [fig.] moisture; fluid; water.
2. Goods; lading; freight; weight; poundage; [fig.] body; mortality.
3. Haul; treasure; shipment; load; [fig.] hope; value; worth.