Meaning & Definition of word "Convey"

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    Convey

    /kənˈveɪ/

    verb:

    • 1. to communicate or make known; to express a thought or feeling.
      • Example: The teacher used charts to convey the complex ideas to the students.
    • 2. to transport or carry something from one place to another.
      • Example: The pipeline is designed to convey oil from the field to the refinery.
    • 3. to transfer ownership of property or rights.
      • Example: They decided to convey the land to the local government for public use.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'conveier' meaning to 'bring together, transport'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    convey a message:

    to communicate or express a message to someone

    convey feelings:

    to express one's emotions or feelings to others

    convey information:

    to pass information to someone

    Related Words

    transmit:

    to send or convey from one person or place to another

    communicate:

    to share or exchange information, news, or ideas

    Slang Meanings of convey

    Meaning: to express or communicate informally

    Example Sentence: He really conveyed his vibe during the meeting.

    Meaning: to pass on a message in a casual way

    Example Sentence: Can you convey that to him in your own words?