bearer
Bearer (noun) means a person or thing that carries or holds something. Example: “The flag bearer led the parade.”
How to Use Bearer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who carries something — a flag, a message, or, in finance, a document that can be cashed by whoever holds it.
Word Forms
bearers plural, Bearers plural
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The flag _____ led the parade.
Etymology
From Old English berere, from bear ("to carry") + -er ("one who does").
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What does “bearer” mean?
The word “bearer” means a person or thing that carries or holds something. In plain terms, someone who carries something — a flag, a message, or, in finance, a document that can be cashed by whoever holds it.
How do you pronounce “bearer”?
“Bearer” is pronounced BEH-uh-ruh (/ˈbeɹɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bearer” in a sentence?
Here is “bearer” used in a sentence: “The flag bearer led the parade.”
What part of speech is “bearer”?
“Bearer” is a noun.
Where does the word “bearer” come from?
The word “bearer” comes from Old English. From Old English berere, from bear ("to carry") + -er ("one who does").
Is “bearer” a common word?
“Bearer” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “bearer” have?
“Bearer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or thing that carries or holds something.
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