Meaning of 'bearer'

noun

someone whose employment involves carrying something

Synonyms: carrier

noun

the person who is in possession of a check or note or bond or document of title that is endorsed to him or to whoever holds it

Example: "the bond was marked `payable to bearer'"

Synonyms: holder

noun

a messenger who bears or presents

Example: "a bearer of good tidings"

noun

one of the mourners carrying the coffin at a funeral

Synonyms: pallbearer