Phrasal Verb
Phrasal verbs consists of a basic verb + another word or words. The two or three words that make up a phrasal verb form a short 'phrase' - which is why we call them 'phrasal verbs'.
Phrasal Verb:
carry someone around (with oneself)
Meaning / Example:
1. to be the source of transport for someone, usually a child.
> I'm tired of carrying this baby around with me everywhere. Can't I buy a baby carriage?
2. to have in mind the memory or a sense of presence of another person with oneself.
> I have been carrying my dead grandfather around with me for years.
Phrasal verbs are multi-word verbs that, like single-word verbs, convey action of the body or mind or occurrences. Phrasal verbs consist of a basic verb + another word or words, usually a preposition or adverb. Example: speak (basic verb) + up (preposition)
A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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