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?