Hordozás

Hordozás is the noun form of the Hungarian verb hordoz, meaning to carry, bear, or support. It refers to the act or process of carrying something, and can be used in a broad sense as well as in more specific contexts. The term appears in everyday language as well as in specialized fields.

In everyday use, hordozás denotes the physical carrying or transport of objects, people, or equipment. It can also describe activities related to moving goods from one location to another, including the use of carrying devices such as backpacks, suitcases, or carts. The concept often implies consideration of efficiency, ergonomics, and the practical means of lifting and handling loads.

In parenting and child care, hordozás commonly refers to babywearing—the practice of carrying an infant or toddler close to the body with a carrier or sling. This sense emphasizes comfort, ergonomics for the caregiver, and the caregiver–child bond, along with safety guidelines for proper positioning.

In medicine and genetics, hordozás is used to describe the carrier state, where an individual harbors a genetic variant that can be transmitted to offspring but does not manifest the disease or trait themselves. In this context, terms like hordozó (carrier) and hordozó állapot (carrier state) are often employed.

Beyond literal carrying, hordozás can also be used metaphorically to denote bearing a burden, responsibility, or the load a system can support, illustrating its broader semantic range.