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Meaning of carrier
A person or thing that carries something
Etymology of carrier
The word "carrier" comes from the Old French "carier", which is derived from the verb "carier", meaning "to carry" or "to convey"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a person or thing that carries or transports something
Synonyms
bearer
conveyor
transporter
shipper
hauler
mover
porter
courier
messenger
deliverer
distributor
supplier
vendor
ship
vessel
vehicle
plane
truck
van
boat
yacht
ferry
barge
aircraft
helicopter
drone
courier service
delivery service
shipping company
transport company
logistics company
freight forwarder
parcel service
Definitions
- A person or thing that carries or conveys something, especially an infectious agent or a message
- * A person or organization that transports goods or people, especially as a business
- * A device or structure that carries or supports something, especially a signal or a load
Usage Examples
- The airline is a major carrier of passengers and cargo
- * The disease is spread by a carrier who shows no symptoms
- * The telephone company is the carrier of the signal