Carrying
/ˈkæriɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo support and move something from one place to another.
/ˈkæriɪŋ/
Supporting and moving something
He was carrying a briefcase.
💡 Simply: To hold and move something.
More Examples
The river is carrying silt.
How It's Used
"She was carrying a heavy bag."
"The truck was carrying a large shipment."
Having the capacity to support or transport something.
/ˈkæriɪŋ/
Having the ability to support weight
The structure is not carrying the necessary weight.
💡 Simply: Able to hold a lot of something.
More Examples
The vehicle has a high carrying capacity.
How It's Used
"The bridge has a high carrying capacity."
Idioms & expressions
carry on
To continue doing something.
"Despite the rain, they carried on with the picnic."
From Old English *carian, meaning "to turn, bend, move". The modern meaning developed over time.
The word 'carrying' has maintained a consistent meaning across time, primarily related to the physical act of transportation and support.
Memory tip
Imagine carrying a heavy load on your shoulders.