carriage
/ˈkɛɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/
UK: /ˈkæɹ ɪd͡ʒ/
KƐɹ · ɪd͡ʒ (2 syllables)
English
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Definition
The act of conveying; carrying.
Etymology
From Middle English cariage, from Old Northern French cariage, from carier (“to carry”).
Example Sentences
- "The remainder of the men were employed in unbarreling our Pork and stringing it on poles for convenience of carriage, and carrying our Batteaux from the river to the pond."
- "The carriage ride was very romantic."
- "When the long, hot journey drew to its end and the train slowed down for the last time, there was a stir in Jessamy’s carriage. People began to shake crumbs from their laps and tidy themselves up a little."
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