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carrier

[ˈkæriər]

carrier Definition

  • 1a person or thing that carries, holds, or conveys something
  • 2a company that provides a particular service of transporting goods or people
  • 3a person or animal that transmits a disease-causing organism to others

Using carrier: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "carrier" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The postal carrier delivers the mail every day.

  • Example

    The airline is one of the largest carriers in the world.

  • Example

    Mosquitoes are carriers of malaria.

  • Example

    The trucking company is a common carrier for many businesses.

carrier Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for carrier

Idioms Using carrier

  • to take responsibility for something; to lead or manage a project or task

    Example

    I'm going to let you carry the ball on this project and see how you do.

  • to sing in tune or with good pitch

    Example

    She may not be the best singer, but she can certainly carry a tune.

  • to have influence or importance

    Example

    His opinion carries a lot of weight in the company.

Phrases with carrier

  • a company that transports goods or people for a fee and is obligated to serve all customers without discrimination

    Example

    The railroad company is a common carrier for many businesses.

  • a warship designed to carry and launch military aircraft

    Example

    The navy has several aircraft carriers stationed around the world.

  • a domesticated pigeon trained to carry messages

    Example

    Carrier pigeons were used extensively during World War I.

Origins of carrier

from Old North French 'carier', meaning 'to carry'

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Summary: carrier in Brief

The term 'carrier' [ˈkæriər] refers to a person or thing that carries, holds, or conveys something. It can also refer to a company that provides transportation services or a person or animal that transmits a disease-causing organism to others. Examples include a postal carrier, an airline carrier, and a mosquito carrier. Phrases like 'common carrier,' 'aircraft carrier,' and 'carrier pigeon' extend its meaning. Idioms like 'carry the ball' and 'carry weight' add further nuance.

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