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The correct spelling is carry.
How to pronounce carry
/ˈkæ.ɹi/
nounIPA: /ˈkæ.ɹi/
Say it like: Car-ree
The correct spelling is carry. A manner of transporting or lifting something; the grip or position in which something is carried. For example: "Adjust your carry from time to time so that you don't tire too quickly."
Usage Examples
“Adjust your carry from time to time so that you don't tire too quickly.”
“The carry on this trade is 25 basis points per annum.”
“to carry an account to the ledger”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A manner of transporting or lifting something; the grip or position in which something is carried.
- 2.A tract of land over which boats or goods are carried between two bodies of navigable water; a portage.
- 3.The bit or digit that is carried in an addition operation.
- 4.The benefit or cost of owning an asset over time.
- 5.The distance travelled by the ball when struck, until it hits the ground.
verb
- 1.To lift (something) and take it to another place; to transport (something) by lifting.
- 2.To transfer from one place (such as a country, book, or column) to another.
- 3.To convey by extension or continuance; to extend.
- 4.To move; to convey using force
- 5.To lead or guide.
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