noncarrier

/ˈnɑnkærɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who does not have a particular gene or trait that is usually inherited.

“The test results confirmed that she was a noncarrier of the disease-causing gene.”

2. noun

A person or thing that does not carry or transmit something, especially a disease.

“The new policy aims to identify noncarriers of the virus to prevent its spread.”

3. noun

A person or thing that does not have a particular characteristic or quality.

“She was a noncarrier of anxiety and managed to stay calm under pressure.”

Synonyms

  • non-bearer
  • non-transmitter

Antonyms

  • carrier
  • transmitter