C1noun10K+

Carriage

UK /["/ˈkærɪdʒ/"]/US /["/ˈkærɪdʒ/"]/

Definition

a separate section of a train for carrying passengers

In simple words: A vehicle pulled by horses, usually used for carrying people.

Examples

She rode in a beautifully decorated carriage through the royal gardens.
The horse-drawn carriage was a popular mode of transport in the 19th century.
The train's carriage was full of passengers eagerly awaiting their destination.
He sat in the first-class carriage, enjoying the luxurious amenities.
The museum featured an exhibit on the evolution of the horse-drawn carriage.

Usage notes

Commonly used in historical contexts or when discussing transportation. Not suitable for modern vehicles, like cars or buses.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'carry' and 'age' - a vehicle that carries things from the past.

Collocations

railway
full
empty
get in
get into
get out of
door
window
in a/the carriage
horse-drawn
open
royal
ride in
drive
pull
in a/the carriage

Synonyms

bearing

Antonyms

disregard
abandon

Common mistakes

Confused with 'carrier', which means someone who carries something.
Used to describe modern vehicles, which is incorrect.
Mistakenly pronounced with emphasis on the second syllable.