Meaning & Definition of word "Carrier"

Carrier

/ˈkær.i.ər/

1. A person or company that transports goods or people.
- Example: The carrier was responsible for delivering the package to the customer.
2. A substance or medium that conveys another substance.
- Example: The vaccine was delivered using a lipid carrier to enhance absorption.
3. An organism that carries a disease, especially without showing symptoms.
- Example: Some animals can be carriers of the virus without being affected themselves.
4. A person who holds and conveys a particular trait or gene, especially in genetics.
- Example: She is a carrier of the gene that causes the hereditary condition.
5. A vehicle used for transporting items or passengers, such as a delivery truck or an aircraft.
- Example: The aircraft carrier is equipped to launch and land military jets.

Middle English, from Old French 'carriere', which stems from 'carier' meaning to carry.

air carrier:

An airline that provides air transport services.

carrier pigeon:

A pigeon trained to return home after being released from a distance.

disease carrier:

An organism that harbors a disease and transmits it to others.

cavern:

A large underground chamber.

carrier wave:

A wave that can be modulated to carry information.

carrier bag:

A bag used for carrying groceries or shopping items.

Meaning: Someone who habitually transports illegal substances.

Example Sentence: He's known as a carrier in the street scene.

Meaning: A person who delivers fast food or packages.

Example Sentence: She works as a carrier for a local food delivery service.