Stoppage in transitu refers to a legal term used in the context of trade and transportation. It represents the right of an unpaid seller to regain possession of goods while in transit, thus preventing their further movement. Synonyms for stoppage in transitu include "interruption during transport", "halt during shipment" or "discontinuation in transit". In this legal concept, the seller exercises their right to retain and ultimately recover the goods until the buyer satisfies the payment obligations. This synonymic variation helps to capture the essence and purpose behind preventively halting the goods' travel, ensuring fair trade practices and protecting both sellers and buyers in commercial transactions.