Meaning of the word transport in English

What does transport mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

transport

US /ˈtræn.spɔːrt/

UK /ˈtræn.spɔːt/

take or carry (people or goods) from one place to another

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The company uses trucks to transport goods across the country.

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Buses transport students to school every morning.

Synonym:

convey carry move ship haul

overwhelm (someone) with a strong emotion, especially joy or pleasure

Example:

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She was transported by the beauty of the music.

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The news of his success transported his parents with joy.

Synonym:

enrapture delight thrill overwhelm captivate

a system or means of conveying people or goods from one place to another

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Public transport in the city is very efficient.

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The cost of air transport has increased recently.

Synonym:

transportation conveyance transit shipping haulage

a strong emotion, especially joy or pleasure

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He felt a sudden transport of delight upon hearing the good news.

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The artist worked in a transport of creative energy.

Synonym:

ecstasy rapture bliss exaltation elation