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conveyance

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kənˈveɪəns/

KK: /kənˈveɪəns/

noun
Definition

A way to transport something or someone, often referring to a vehicle or method of moving people or goods.


Example

The bus is a common form of conveyance in the city.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you thought about what kind of conveyance we should use for the road trip?
Sloth B
I was thinking we could take my car; it’s spacious enough for everyone.
Sloth A
That sounds good! I just want to make sure we have reliable conveyance for the long drive.
Sloth B
Definitely! We should check the car before we go.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
transport
transfer
vehicle
Antonyms
retention
holding
possession
Root Explanation

Conveyance → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "vehere" (meaning to carry). The word refers to the act of carrying something together or transferring it from one place to another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('con-') and 'carrying' ('vehere') to remember that conveyance means the act of carrying something from one place to another.

Visually Confused Words
reconveyance
preconveyance
nonconveyance
connivance
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