carriage

UK /ˈkæɹ ɪd͡ʒ/ US /ˈkæɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/
noun 5

Definitions

noun

1

The act of conveying; carrying.

The remainder of the men were employed in unbarreling our Pork and stringing it on poles for convenience of carriage, and carrying our Batteaux from the river to the pond.

2

A means of conveyance.

3

A (mostly four-wheeled) lighter vehicle chiefly designed to transport people, generally drawn by horse power.

The carriage ride was very romantic.

4

Ellipsis of railway carriage (“a passenger railroad car, or any railroad car”).

When the long, hot journey drew to its end and the train slowed down for the last time, there was a stir in Jessamy’s carriage. People began to shake crumbs from their laps and tidy themselves up a little.

5

The manner or posture in which one holds or positions a body part, such as one's arm or head.

The runner has a very low arm carriage.

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