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a person or animal that carries a disease, without suffering from it themselves, and transmits to other people or animals
What is a "carrier"?
A carrier is a person or animal that has microorganisms in their body that can cause diseases but does not show symptoms of the disease. Despite not being sick, carriers can still spread the infection to others. This can happen with various diseases, such as typhoid fever or certain types of viral infections. Identifying carriers is important in controlling the spread of infectious diseases, and measures may include monitoring, isolation, or treatment to prevent transmission.
a person employed to deliver mail
someone whose job or role involves carrying or transporting objects
a large naval ship equipped to launch and recover aircraft from a flat deck
a self-propelled wheeled vehicle designed to transport goods, equipment, or personnel
a person, especially a boy, who delivers newspapers
a company engaged in transporting goods, passengers, or communications
a continuous radio wave that can be modulated to transmit information
an inactive substance added to a radioactive tracer to aid in its recovery or detection after a chemical process
a living organism that carries a recessive gene masked by a dominant one, capable of passing it to offspring
a rack or frame attached to a vehicle for holding or transporting items such as luggage or skis
a telecommunications firm that provides a cellular or Internet service
What is a "carrier"?
A carrier is a company that provides cellular or Internet services to customers. They manage the infrastructure and networks that allow people to make phone calls, send texts, and access the Internet. Carriers offer different types of plans for mobile and broadband services, including data, voice, and text messaging options. They also ensure that customers can connect to the Internet or use mobile services wherever they go, often through a combination of local and global networks.
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