carry out — to perform or complete a task, plan, or order
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to perform or complete a task, plan, or order
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæri aʊt/
Example Sentences
- The spy had to carry out his mission without getting caught by his wife.
- We need to carry out a thorough inspection before the health department arrives.
- The students decided to carry out their prank despite the teacher's warning.
carry out
NOUN[/ˈkæri aʊt/]
to perform or complete a task, plan, or order
The surgical team carry out the delicate operation with perfect precision.
They figure out the strategy, then carry it out step by step without turning about.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'carien' (to transport) combined with Old English 'ut' (out). The phrase developed in Middle English as a literal expression meaning to transport something outside, later generalized to mean completing or executing any task.
Breakdown
carry (from Old Norse 'keria', to transport) + out (from Old English 'ut', outside/outward) = carry out (to transport/move forward to completion)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The spy had to carry out his mission without getting caught by his wife.”
“We need to carry out a thorough inspection before the health department arrives.”
“The students decided to carry out their prank despite the teacher's warning.”
“The government plans to carry out economic reforms next year.”
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