“Caries” or “Carries”

Overview

caries / carries are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

caries: NA

carries: (noun) the act of carrying something. (verb) have with oneself; have on one's person. (verb) serve as a means for expressing something. (verb) bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of. (verb) extend to a certain degree. (verb) continue or extend. (verb) be necessarily associated with or result in or involve. (verb) win in an election. (verb) include, as on a list. (verb) include as the content; broadcast or publicize. (verb) pass on a communication. (verb) have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence. (verb) be conveyed over a certain distance. (verb) keep up with financial support. (verb) have or possess something abstract. (verb) be equipped with (a mast or sail). (verb) win approval or support for. (verb) compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance. (verb) take further or advance. (verb) have on the surface or on the skin. (verb) capture after a fight. (verb) transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication. (verb) pursue a line of scent or be a bearer. (verb) bear (a crop). (verb) propel or give impetus to. (verb) drink alcohol without showing ill effects. (verb) be able to feed. (verb) have a certain range. (verb) cover a certain distance or advance beyond. (verb) secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions). (verb) be successful in. (verb) sing or play against other voices or parts.

Pronunciation

caries: NA

carries: k·AE·r·iy·z

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