conveyance
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Definition of conveyance
1
: the action of conveying
the conveyance of goods the conveyance of meaning
2
: a means or way of conveying: such as
a
: an instrument (see instrument entry 1 sense 4) by which title to property is conveyed (see convey sense 1c)
b
: a means of transport : vehicle
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Examples of conveyance in a Sentence
the covered wagon was the major conveyance that transported settlers and their belongings across the frontier
Recent Examples on the Web
Ensure that the watercraft, trailer, and any conveyance used to transport the watercraft or trailer are free of aquatic organisms, including plants. — Maryann Struman, Detroit Free Press, "Aggressive weed that can harm fish and choke boat motors found near Lake Michigan," 27 Aug. 2019 The members of Alaska鈥檚 congressional delegation also commended the moves, citing the economic development opportunities and the need to fulfill land conveyance commitments to the state and Native corporations. — Elwood Brehmer, Anchorage Daily News, "BLM lifts Alaska land withdrawals, opening 1.3 million acres," 28 June 2019 The passenger tickets in use by the carriers will constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the passenger; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time the Students are not aboard their conveyances. — National Geographic, "Student Expeditions Terms & Conditions," 12 June 2019 The levy, supported by Gov. Ned Lamont and approved by the House and Senate without a single Republican vote, increases the conveyance tax rate from 1.25 percent to 2.25 percent on sales over $2.5 million. — Neil Vigdor, courant.com, "Mansion tax draws the ire of the wealthy, real estate industry," 5 June 2019 The Labor Department since 2003 has been tasked with checking out each year every elevator in Alabama, as well as escalators and other modes of conveyance, such as elevator lift chairs. — William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, "The up-and-down life of an Alabama elevator inspector," 10 Aug. 2019 There were period-appropriate amusements, from cherry-seed spitting contests to wheelbarrow races, the latter featuring wooden conveyances built to 150-year-old specifications. — Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Spirit of (18)76: Old Town celebrates July 4 with a 19th century vibe," 5 July 2019 Initial reports show male victim arriving at area hospital via private conveyance. — nola.com, "Man shot in St. Claude neighborhood Sunday afternoon: NOPD," 9 June 2019 Many urban areas are now swimming in the adult conveyances, which were once a children鈥檚 toy. — Laura Forman, WSJ, "Scooter Critics Rage Against the Machines," 21 Apr. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'conveyance.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for conveyance
conveyance
noun
English Language Learners Definition of conveyance
formal
: the act of taking or carrying someone or something from one place to another
: something that carries people or things from one place to another
: the act of making something known to someone
See the full definition for conveyance in the English Language Learners Dictionary
conveyance
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Kids Definition of conveyance
1
: the act of carrying from one place to another
the conveyance of goods
2
: something used to carry goods or passengers
conveyance
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Legal Definition of conveyance
1
: an act of conveying
a conveyance of land
2
: an instrument (as a deed) that conveys property rights (as title)
lack of delivery of a conveyance— J. D. Calamari and J. M. Perillo
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