Carriage

Pronunciation: /ˈkær.ɪdʒ/

Definitions of carriage

noun a wheeled support attached to the underside of an object, such as a gun carriage

Example Sentences

A1 The carriage on the train was packed with passengers.

A2 She rode in a horse-drawn carriage through the park.

B1 The carriage of the roller coaster provided a thrilling ride.

B2 The royal carriage was adorned with gold trim and velvet seats.

C1 The antique carriage was on display at the museum for all to admire.

C2 The intricately designed carriage was a symbol of wealth and status in the 18th century.

Examples of carriage in a Sentence

formal The carriage arrived at the entrance of the grand ballroom, ready to transport the guests to the event.

informal I saw a fancy carriage parked outside the fancy restaurant.

slang Check out that sick carriage rolling down the street!

figurative Her words were like a beautifully decorated carriage, carrying the weight of her emotions effortlessly.

Grammatical Forms of carriage

• past tense: carried
• plural: carriages
• comparative: more carriage
• superlative: most carriage
• present tense: carry
• future tense: will carry
• perfect tense: have carried
• continuous tense: is carrying
• singular: carriage
• positive degree: carriage
• infinitive: to carry
• gerund: carrying
• participle: carrying

Origin and Evolution of carriage

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old Northern French/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'carriage' originated from the Old Northern French word 'cariage' which was derived from the Latin word 'carrus' meaning 'two-wheeled wagon'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'carriage' evolved to refer to a vehicle with four wheels used for transportation, specifically drawn by horses. In modern usage, 'carriage' can also refer to the act of transporting or carrying something, such as a baby carriage or luggage carriage.