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Conveyance

/kənˈveɪ.əns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The action of transporting someone or something from one place to another.

    "The conveyance of goods across the country is essential for trade."
  2. 2

    A means of transportation, such as a vehicle or vessel.

    "Bicycles are a popular conveyance in many urban areas."

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The word 'conveyance' originates from the Middle English term 'conveiance', derived from the Old French 'conveiance', which in turn comes from the Latin 'convehi', meaning 'to carry together'. Over time, its meaning has evolved to encompass both the act of transporting and the means of transportation.

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