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Meaning of carry on

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

carry on

Pronunciation:/ˈkæɹi ˈɑn/

verb

Definitions

  1. To continue or proceed as before.

    Example: I'll be gone for a few days, but I hope you will carry on in my absence.

  2. To take baggage or luggage onto an airplane, rather than check it.

    Example: You may only carry on items that are smaller than a certain size.

  3. To have or maintain.

    Example: It is difficult to carry on a conversation with so many distractions.

  4. To act or behave; especially to misbehave so as to attract attention.

    Example: I really wish you wouldn't carry on like that in public!