Before the Mayflower left on its voyage with the pilgrims what was the ship used as?

Before the Mayflower embarked on its journey with the Pilgrims, it was primarily used as a cargo ship, transporting goods like wine and other merchandise. It was not originally designed for carrying passengers but was repurposed to accommodate the Pilgrims seeking a new life in America. The ship's transformation for this purpose involved making adjustments to its cargo space to accommodate people and their belongings.