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bearers

n. plural-only
C1 Advanced US //ˈbɛɹɝz// UK //bˈeəɹəz// bear·ers

n. people who carry or bring something, such as a message, a heavy object, or a specific responsibility.

n. individuals who carry, bring, or possess something, ranging from physical objects to abstract qualities or legal documents.


SIMPLE

The message was delivered by two official bearers.

COMPLEX

In many ancient cultures, the bearers of bad news were often treated with hostility, despite having no personal responsibility for the events they reported.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used in compound nouns like 'pallbearers' or 'torch-bearers'; also appears in formal financial contexts like 'bearer bonds'.

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