Throughout history, the concept of carrying has evolved beyond just physical transportation. It now encompasses emotional, intellectual, and symbolic forms of carrying burdens, responsibilities, or ideas. "Carry" has been widely used in idioms such as "carry on" (to continue) and "carry the weight" (to bear responsibility). The action of carrying, whether literal or figurative, remains a central theme in many cultural, historical, and social contexts.
carry in English
- carry⇄carry, verb, -ried,-rying,noun, pl.-ries.
- carry⇄expr. carry all (or everything) before one, to meet with uninterrupted success; be very successful in spite of opposition.
Ex. Some men there be that carry all before 'em (Robert Wild). - carry⇄expr. carry away,
a. to arouse strong feeling in; influence beyond reason.
Ex. The little girl was so carried away by the sad story that she began to cry. Woman-kind ... are carried away with everything that is showy (Sir Richard Steele). - carry⇄expr. carry forward,
a. to go ahead with; make progress with.
Ex. After the death of the store's founder, his sons carried forward the business.
b. (Bookkeeping.) to reenter (an item or items already entered) on the next or a later pa - carry⇄expr. carry off,
a. to win (a prize or honor).
Ex. The champion swimmer carried off two gold medals at the Olympic games.
b. to succeed with; brave or face out.
Ex. Frightened too ... but carrying it off, sir, really like Satan - carry⇄expr. carry on,
a. to do; manage; conduct.
Ex. He carried on a successful business.
b. to keep going; not stop; continue.
Ex. We must carry on in our effort to establish world peace. The conversation was carried on (Jane Austen) - carry⇄expr. carry out, to get done; do; accomplish; complete.
Ex. He carried out his job well. It seemed to Scobie that life was immeasurably long. Couldn't the test of man have been carried out in fewer years? (Graham Greene). - carry⇄expr. carry over,
a. to have left over or be left over.
Ex. The store carried over the previous year's stock of men's hats. ... there appeared in his relation to his group something of the attitude of the older brother, carried over from his - carry⇄expr. carry through,
a. to get done; do; accomplish; complete.
Ex. Most people could not have accomplished the task which it was his destiny to carry through.
b. to bring through trouble; keep from being discouraged.
Ex. Impuden - carry⇄noun 1. the range of a gun.
2a. a portage between rivers, lakes, or navigable channels.
b. the place where portage is done.
3. the distance a golf ball travels in the air before bouncing.
4a. a method or position of moving or - carry⇄v.i. 1. to act as a bearer.
2. to cover the distance; have the power of throwing or driving.
Ex. Our football coach has a voice that carries clear across the field. Sound carries far on a still day. Some guns will carry for miles.
3. - carry⇄v.t. 1. to take (a thing or person) from one place to another; transport.
Ex. He carried the box into the house. Railroads carry coal from the mines to the factories. (Figurative.) This story will carry your thoughts back to last winter.
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carry in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
carry in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
carry in Kashmiri कॉशुर
carry in Tamil தமிழ்
Carry
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
/ˈkæri/
Definitions
- To transport or move something from one place to another.
- To bear the weight or burden of something.
- To possess or include as part of something (e.g., to carry a meaning).
- To support or endure something mentally or emotionally.
- To lead or guide someone or something.
Usage Examples
- She carried the heavy box across the room.
- The truck carries goods from one city to another.
- This story carries a deep message of hope.
- He carried the burden of his responsibilities alone.
- The leader carried the team to victory in the final game.
Etymology
Derived from Middle English "caryen," from Old French "carier," from Late Latin "carriare," meaning "to transport by cart" from "carrus" (a cart). The term "carry" has been used in English since the 14th century.
Synonyms
- Transport
- Convey
- Move
- Transfer
- Haul
Antonyms
- Drop
- Leave
- Unload
- Abandon
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Llevar | /ʝeˈβar/ |
| French | Porter | /pɔʁte/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 带 | /dài/ |
| Hindi | ले जाना | /leː d͡ʒaːnɑː/ |
| German | Tragen | /ˈtʁaːɡn̩/ |
| Arabic | يحمل | /yaḥmal/ |
| Russian | Нести | /nʲɪsˈtʲi/ |
| Japanese | 運ぶ | /hakobu/ |
| Italian | Portare | /porˈtaːre/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈkæri/
- American English: /ˈkæri/
- Australian English: /ˈkæri/
Historical Usage
The verb "carry" has been in use since the 14th century, evolving from Latin and French terms that referred to the action of transporting goods. In the early days of its usage, the term was heavily associated with physical movement or transportation, especially with carts or vehicles. Over time, its meaning expanded to include metaphorical senses, such as "carrying a message" or "carrying weight." The term also became prominent in military and trade contexts, where it referred to the movement of goods and supplies.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, the act of carrying something can symbolize responsibility, leadership, and strength. For example, in some African cultures, the phrase "carrying the family" is used to describe someone who bears the economic and emotional responsibilities for their relatives. In religious contexts, carrying a cross or a burden is seen as an act of faith and sacrifice. The figurative uses of the word "carry" reflect the importance of leadership and perseverance in many societies.