carry — to take or support something from one place to another
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to take or support something from one place to another
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæri/
Example Sentences
- My wife makes me carry all the shopping bags, but I can't even carry a tune!
- The bridge can carry up to 50 tons.
- Please carry your passport at all times while traveling.
carry
VERB[/ˈkæri/]
to take or support something from one place to another
A mover carries heavy boxes from the apartment to the truck
Carry cherries to marry - sweet love in every step!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'carier' meaning to transport in a cart or vehicle, derived from Latin 'carrus' meaning cart or wagon. The word entered Middle English through Norman French influence.
Breakdown
carry (from Old French carier, Latin carrus 'cart/wagon' + -y suffix) = to transport or convey
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📝Examples
“My wife makes me carry all the shopping bags, but I can't even carry a tune!”
“The bridge can carry up to 50 tons.”
“Please carry your passport at all times while traveling.”
“He had to carry his drunk friend home like a sack of potatoes.”
“The news will carry more weight if it comes from a reliable source.”
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