Carriage

/ˈkærɪdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A movable wheeled vehicle, typically one that is drawn by horses.

The horse-drawn carriage transported the guests to the wedding venue.

The act of carrying or transporting something.

The carriage of goods by train has become increasingly popular.

A part of a vehicle that carries passengers or goods.

The train's passenger carriage was fully booked for the holiday weekend.

The manner or style in which someone carries themselves.

He walked with great carriage, exuding confidence and poise.

Middle English: from Old Northern French 'carriage', from 'carier' meaning 'to carry'.

carriage return

A control character or mechanism that moves the cursor to the beginning of a line of text.

carriageway

A road or section of a road for vehicles.

in the carriage

Referring to the area within a vehicle or transport.

cabin carriage

A compartment or area within a train for passengers.

carriageway

A road or path designated for vehicles.

carrier

A person or vehicle that transports goods.

cart

A simple vehicle with two or four wheels, typically drawn by a horse.

To be in a good position or advantage.

After winning the game, he's in the carriage for sure.

To carry oneself with grace.

She always walks around in the carriage of a princess.