Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

fetch-and-carry

/ˌfɛt͡ʃ n̩ ˈkæɹi/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.63 in modern English

Syllables
fetch-and-car-ry
IPA
/ˌfɛt͡ʃ n̩ ˈkæɹi/
27
Scrabble Score
13
Letters
2
Syllables
10
Unique Chars

Meaning

adj

Gossipy, tale-bearing.

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Etymology

Regional Pronunciation

  • British English: /ˌfɛt͡ʃ n̩ ˈkæɹi/

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Questions

How do you pronounce fetch-and-carry?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˌfɛt͡ʃ n̩ ˈkæɹi/.
What does fetch-and-carry mean?
Gossipy, tale-bearing.
Where does fetch-and-carry come from?
From fetch and carry.

How to pronounce fetch-and-carry

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