English Dictionary
Definition of “convey”
convey (kənˈveɪ
)
Definitions
verb (tr)
- to take, carry, or transport from one place to another
- to communicate (a message, information, etc)
- (of a channel, path, etc) to conduct, transmit, or transfer
- law to transmit or transfer (the title to property)
- archaic to steal
Alternative Forms
conˈveyable adjective Word Origin
C13: from Old French conveier, from Medieval Latin conviāre to escort, from Latin com- with + via way
Usage examples
Leona had called her immediately, to convey her unhappy news.
Mosco, Maisie, Out of the Ashes (1989)He chose a title that singularly fails to convey the breadth of the book's contents.
New Scientist (1998)"Her participation would add a human touch to the message we're trying to convey.
Globe and Mail (2003)He had been jobbing as a navvy and was asked to convey a load of building materials to the blasting site.
Glasgow Herald (2001)Some critics argue that TV exposes children to poor role models which convey unhealthy stereotypes.
Paul Martin, MAKING HAPPY PEOPLE (2005)
