Synonyms for

Carrying

Verb / ˈkæri:ɪŋ / / ˈkeri:ɪŋ / Another word for carrying — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Carrying means to support and move something from one place to another.

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Common collocations

  • carrying a burden
  • carrying a child
  • carrying a weapon
  • carrying out a plan
  • carrying the weight
  • carrying on a conversation
  • carrying a tune
  • carrying a load

Word family

verb carry
adjective carrying
adverb carryingly

Usage note

The word 'carrying' can refer to physical transport or to abstract concepts like responsibilities or ideas. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I am carrying a heavy box.
  2. She is carrying a basket of flowers.
  3. He is carrying his baby sister.
  4. The ants are carrying food to their nest.
  5. The truck is carrying furniture to the new house.

Quotes

  • Love is not love until it is expressed. Love is not a feeling, Mr. Burns. It's an action, it's a behavior. How much did you pay for that diamond? A man who's willing to spend that much money on a woman he barely knows is not showing her love. He's showing off. And when he inevitably loses interest, she'll be left with a ring, and a lonely heart.
  • Life is a lively process of becoming.
  • In family relationships the most important things are trust and loyalty.

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