Is import the synonym for transport?

No, "import" and "transport" are not synonyms. Although they both involve movement, they have distinct meanings:

Import:

* Refers to bringing goods or services into a country from another country for commercial purposes.

* It focuses on the destination and legal status of the goods.

Transport:

* Refers to the movement of people or goods from one place to another.

* It focuses on the method of movement, like trucks, trains, airplanes, etc.

Example:

* Import: The company imported a shipment of electronics from China.

* Transport: The shipment was transported by cargo ship.

Therefore, import is a specific type of transport focused on international trade.