Barrow
(noun)
- A cart or a vehicle that is pushed by hand and used for carrying goods.
- A small hill or mound that was used as a tomb in ancient times.
- A type of boat or ship used in shallow waters.
Origin:
The word "barrow" comes from the old english word "bearwe" meaning "a cart or a type of vehicle used to transport goods or people". it was first used in the 8th century.
Examples:
- The workers used a barrow to transport the heavy bags of cement.
- The ancient burial barrow was opened to reveal the treasures buried with the deceased.
- He used a barrow to navigate the shallow waters of the swamp.
- She filled the barrow with groceries and pushed it home from the market.
- The barrow was an ancient way of transporting goods before the invention of the wheelbarrow.