carrying
0 antonyms and opposites of carrying, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of transporting something from place to place.
How to use carrying
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “carrying” mean?
The word “carrying” means the act of transporting something from place to place. In plain terms, the action of moving or transporting something.
How do you pronounce “carrying”?
“Carrying” is pronounced KA-ree-ihng (/ˈkæɹi.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “carrying” in a sentence?
Here is “carrying” used in a sentence: “The carrying of heavy furniture up narrow stairs is exhausting work.”
What part of speech is “carrying”?
“Carrying” is a noun.
Is “carrying” a common word?
“Carrying” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between carrying and transporting?
Both mean moving something from one place to another. Carrying usually suggests holding an object and moving it yourself, often by hand or on your body, over a shorter distance. Transporting is broader and more formal, often involving vehicles or systems to move goods or people over greater distances.
What is an example of carrying?
Carrying covers any act of moving something from place to place. Examples include lifting shopping bags from the car to the house, a porter carrying luggage, water being carried in a bucket, or a courier carrying a parcel across town. The key idea is transporting an object by holding or bearing it.