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Carries To carry something for someone else, usually something that is heavy or difficult to do alone. ■ "He carries my backpack for me every day on the bus. I don't know how he does it."
Bagman A person who carries a bag or suitcase, often for a fee. ■ John hired a bagman to help him carry his groceries home from the store.
bearer A person who carries something, typically with great difficulty or reluctance. ■ "I'm sorry I can't come to the party," said John, "I'm the bearer of bad news: I have to work late."
bellboy A young man who carries luggage for guests at a hotel. ■ The bellboy is not just a human, he's more like an android designed to carry heavy bags and smile at you.
Bookman A person who carries a lot of books with them, often to the extreme. ■ "I'm not a bookman, I just carry my books in a backpack because I don't want to be weighed down."
Carrier2 A person or thing that carries something, especially a message or a disease. ■ "The carrier of the virus was found to be a pigeon.", "I had a bad case of the carrier pigeon flu."
chunky An object or substance that is large, heavy, and difficult to handle. Often used to describe something that has a lot of parts or components. ■ "I don't know how she carries all those chunky books in her backpack!
drainpipe A long, narrow tube made of metal or plastic that carries water away from a building or structure. ■ "I forgot to clean the drainpipe and now my basement is flooded!
Ducts A system of pipes or channels that carries something, such as air or water. ■ "I need to clean out the ducts in my house before winter, or else I'll be breathing in moldy air all year long."
esophagus A long, muscular tube that carries food and drink from the mouth to the stomach. ■ "I accidentally choked on a piece of spaghetti while trying to impress my date with my impressive esophagus-stretching skills."
Executioner A person who carries out death sentences as part of the legal system. Often depicted with a hooded cloak and a guillotine. ■ "The executioner's job may be gruesome, but he takes pride in his precision."
hemoglobin A protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. ■ "I had a nightmare last night about my hemoglobin turning into a cartoonish superhero. It was hemo-tastic!"
Lymph A clear, colorless fluid that flows through the body and carries white blood cells. ■ "I forgot my lymph at home today!
odd Something that is not typical or normal, often in a quirky or humorous way. ■ "That guy who wears mismatched socks and carries around a jar of pickles as his purse - he's definitely an odd duck!
opener A device or method used to open something. ■ He always carries a small opener with him, just in case he needs to get into a locked drawer.
porter A person who carries heavy objects, especially luggage or other goods, for a fee. ■I hired a porter to help me carry my suitcase up the stairs to my hotel room. It was worth every penny!
postman A funny, quirky, and lovable delivery person who always carries a smile on their face. ■ "The postman never fails to bring a bit of humor with him every day, making my mailtime the highlight of my day."
throat The muscular part of the neck that carries food and air to and from the mouth ■ I had a sore throat from screaming at the concert last night.
trains A long, metal snake that carries passengers and cargo over land. ■ "I love riding trains because they're like a magical teleportation machine that takes me to amazing places without having to leave my seat!"
urethra The tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on my urethra this morning. It was not a good start to my day."
vein A thin, tube-like structure in the body that carries blood away from the heart. ■ I accidentally pricked my finger on a needle while trying to find a vein for an IV.
Verger A person who carries a rod or other implement in front of someone to protect them from harm. ■ The queen was escorted by her vergers as she walked through the palace grounds.
Anaphylactic A sudden and severe allergic reaction, often causing swelling of the face and throat, difficulty breathing, or shock. ■ "John's anaphylactic reaction to peanuts was so severe that he had to be rushed to the hospital! It's a good thing he always carries his EpiPen."
artery A narrow tube-like structure that carries blood through the body., Also known as a "blood vessel", "piping system" or "plumbing". ■ "I forgot to take my blood pressure medication, and now my arteries are clogged like a city's sewer system."
busboy A person who cleans and carries dishes in a restaurant. ■ "The busboy accidentally spilled water on the customer's shirt while carrying their dish, earning them a promotion to head waiter.", A person who is extremely talkative and often interrupts others. ■ "He was such a busboy that he didn't even let me finish my sentence before jumping in with his own thoughts."
cuticle A thin layer of cells on the surface of the skin that protects it from infection and other harmful substances. ■ After forgetting to moisturize his hands, John's cuticle was so dry that he could barely touch anything without causing pain. He learned his lesson and now carries hand lotion with him wherever he goes.
Escalator A device that carries people or goods up a steep slope at a constant speed. However, in the wild world of language, "escalator" has taken on a whole new meaning. ■ "Wow, I'm really glad I brought my escalator of wit with me today!
Footman A person who carries or fetches something, usually for a wealthy household. ■ "The footman brought in the luggage and helped the guests with their coats."; "A term used to refer to someone who is overly eager or obsequious, often to the point of being annoying." ■ "Don't be a footman and try to please everyone all the time."
Freight Something that is being transported, typically in the form of cargo or goods. ■The freight on this train weighs over 50 tons., Something that is being carried along, such as a current or wave. ■The freight of the river carries the debris from upstream to the sea., A person who is easily influenced or swayed by others, often without thinking for themselves. ■He's a total freight when it comes to fashion trends.
girly adjective used to describe something or someone that is typically associated with girls or young women. Often used pejoratively to refer to something or someone who is perceived as too feminine or delicate. ■ That guy who always wears pink socks and carries a purse is definitely too girly for me!
Messenger A person or thing that carries messages or delivers information. ■ John was the messenger for the Queen's court, delivering important documents and messages to various nobles. One day, he delivered a letter to the King with the words "Your Majesty, I regret to inform you that your favorite horse has died." The King read the letter and burst into tears, exclaiming "Oh no! My beloved horse is gone!" John couldn't help but laugh at the ridiculous situation and quickly left the court.
Secretive An individual who is excessively guarded with their personal and private information, often due to a deep-seated fear of being exposed or ridiculed. ■ "I don't know what he's hiding, but I can tell he's secretive because he always carries a briefcase with him."
throats The part of the body that carries air in and out when we speak, breathe or cough. ■ "I told my friend to watch his throat while he ate spicy food, but he didn't listen and now his throats are burning like crazy!
turtle An ancient reptile that moves slowly and carries its home wherever it goes, usually with a small number of other turtles. ■ I heard the turtle just moved into the new house next door. I'm not sure how long it will take to adjust, but it's probably going to be pretty slow.
Warlock A person with the ability to cast spells and perform magic, often with malicious intent. ■ "The warlock's spell was so powerful it turned his enemy into a frog. But don't worry, he always carries a potion that can reverse the spell if needed."
wind A gentle breeze that carries with it the sweet scent of freshly baked cookies and the faint sound of laughter from nearby children playing in a park.<example></?><en>"I swear, I can smell the wind blowing through the trees. It's like a symphony of nature," said Jane to her friend Emily.</en>