carrying
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.holding something and moving it from one place to another.
v.the act of transporting or conveying something while supporting its weight.
Simple“She was carrying a heavy box of books up the stairs to her new apartment.”
In context“The porters were seen carrying the diplomat's luggage through the crowded terminal with remarkable speed and efficiency.”
UsageOften used with 'around' to imply moving with an object for a long time.
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
v.having something with you in your pocket, bag, or hand.
v.possessing or bearing something on one's person.
Simple“Are you carrying any cash, or should we find a bank machine?”
In context“The suspect was apprehended while carrying several items of identification that did not belong to him.”
UsageCommonly used in legal or security contexts regarding weapons or identification.
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.holding up the weight of something so it does not fall.
v.supporting the weight of a structure or object.
Simple“These old wooden pillars are still carrying the weight of the entire roof.”
In context“Engineers expressed concern that the central beams were no longer capable of carrying the load required by the new floor plan.”
Synonymssupportingholding up - 04 C1 Advanced
n.the act or business of moving goods.
n.the physical act of transporting goods or the capacity to do so.
Simple“The cost of carrying the equipment across the border was higher than expected.”
In context“The logistics firm specialises in the carrying of hazardous materials across international maritime boundaries.”
UsageUsually functions as a gerund noun in formal or technical logistics contexts.
Synonyms
Usage carrying million