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English

typically-carried

|typ-i-cal-ly-car-ried|

B2

/ˈtɪpɪkli ˈkærid/

(carry)

move and support

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjective
carrycarriescarriedcarriedcarryingcarrierhistorically-carriednessuntraditionally-carriedregularly-carriedwidely-carriedirregularly-carried
Etymology
Etymology Information

'carry' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'carier,' where 'car-' meant 'to transport.'

Historical Evolution

'carier' transformed into the Middle English word 'carien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'carry.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to transport or convey something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

commonly or usually transported or borne.

The typically-carried items in a backpack include books, a laptop, and snacks.

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Last updated: 2025/05/27 18:17