carriage

IPA: kˈærɪdʒ

noun

  • The act of conveying; carrying.
  • Means of conveyance.
  • A (mostly four-wheeled) lighter vehicle chiefly designed to transport people, generally drawn by horse power.
  • (rail transport, Britain, Abbreviation of railway carriage) A railroad car
  • The manner or posture in which one holds or positions a body part, such as one's arm or head.
  • (now rare) A manner of walking and moving in general; how one carries oneself, bearing, gait.
  • (archaic) One's behaviour, or way of conducting oneself towards others.
  • The part of a typewriter supporting the paper.
  • (US, New England) A shopping cart.
  • (Britain) A stroller; a baby carriage.
  • The charge made for conveying (especially in the phrases carriage forward, when the charge is to be paid by the receiver, and carriage paid).
  • (archaic) That which is carried, baggage
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Examples of "carriage" in Sentences

  • The horse-drawn carriage rattled down the cobblestone street, carrying the newlyweds to their reception
  • The princess waved from the luxurious carriage as it passed by the cheering crowd
  • The carriage driver navigated the narrow mountain road with skill and precision
  • The antique carriage was beautifully restored, with intricate detailing on the wooden panels
  • As the sun set, the carriage lanterns glowed softly, casting a warm light on the passengers inside

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