English Explanatory Dictionary

carry off

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To transport away.
  2. To steal or kidnap
  3. To act convincingly; to succeed at giving the impression of (e.g.) knowledge, confidence, or familiarity.
  4. To achieve (something); to succeed at (something).
  5. To cause the death of.
  6. To win (a prize, etc.).

Pronunciation

en-au-carry off.ogg

Word forms

carry off carries off carrying off carried off

Synonyms

pull off
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