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Definition of convey

convey

/kənˈveɪ/
con · vey
Adjective:conveyable
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Past Simple:conveyed
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Past Participle:conveyed
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Present Participle:conveying
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convey Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To make an idea, impression, or feeling known or understandable to someone.

Example

"His speech failed to convey the urgency of the environmental crisis."

2

To transport or carry someone or something from one place to another.

Example

"A network of underground pipes is used to convey water from the reservoir to the city."

3

To formally transfer the legal title or ownership of property or real estate to another person (in law).

Example

"The signed deed will officially convey the estate to the charitable foundation."

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• Rhymes for convey

• Nearby Words

convertibility
convertible
convex
convey
conveyance
conveyor
convict

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Anglo-French conveier (to escort or conduct), from Vulgar Latin conviare, formed from Latin com- (together) and via (way, road), sharing its root with 'convoy'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Convey. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/convey
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