Meaning & Definition of Bearer in English

1. Someone whose employment involves carrying something

• "The bonds were transmitted by carrier"

2. A messenger who bears or presents

• "A bearer of good tidings"

3. One of the mourners carrying the coffin at a funeral

4. The person who is in possession of a check or note or bond or document of title that is endorsed to him or to whoever holds it

• "The bond was marked `payable to bearer'"