bearer

Universal Words noun 1 a person whose job it is to carry sth, especially at a ceremony: coffin bearers * sword / cross / torch bearers seealsoPALL-BEARER, STANDARD-BEARER, STRETCHER-BEARER 2 a person who brings a message, a letter, etc: I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news. 3 (formal) a person who has sth with them or is the official owner of sth, such as a document: A pass will allow the bearer to enter the building. 4 a person who has knowledge of sth, such as an idea or a tradition, and makes sure that it is not forgotten, by teaching others about it: In many societies, women play an important role as bearers of cultures and traditions.