carry on Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb direct the course of; manage or control
   deal; conduct.
   
   • You cannot conduct business like this
2. verb keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
   preserve; continue; bear on; uphold.
   
   • preserve the peace in the family
   • continue the family tradition
   • Carry on the old traditions
3. verb continue talking
   continue; proceed; go on.
   
   • I know it's hard," he continued, "but there is no choice
   • carry on--pretend we are not in the room
4. verb misbehave badly; act in a silly or improper way
   act up.
   
   • The children acted up when they were not bored

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