Meaning of bearer in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbɛrər/

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  1. Noun

    bearer

    Definitions

    1. someone whose employment involves carrying something

    Examples

    • « the bonds were transmitted by carrier »

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  2. 2. a messenger who bears or presents

    Examples

    • « a bearer of good tidings »

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  3. 3. one of the mourners carrying the coffin at a funeral

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  4. 4. the person who is in possession of a check or note or bond or document of title that is endorsed to him or to whoever holds it

    Examples

    • « the bond was marked 'payable to bearer' »

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