Carter

/ˈkɑːrtər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who drives a cart or a cart driver, especially in a historical context.

The carter skillfully navigated the dirt roads with his heavy load.

A person in charge of transporting goods by cart.

During the medieval fair, the carter delivered goods from the market to the villagers.

A surname or family name.

The Carters were known in the town for their successful shipping business.

Derived from 'cart', referring to the vehicle used for transport.

carter's job

The work of transporting goods using a vehicle.

like a carter

To work hard or toil, similar to a laborer.

cart

A vehicle with either two or four wheels, typically used for carrying loads.

carting

The action of transporting goods using a cart.

To move something quickly or in a rush.

I need to carter these boxes to the venue before the event starts!