Definitions
1.nounA deferent duct in the body, as opposed to an afferent one.
2.nounThat which carries or conveys.
3.nounAn imaginary circle surrounding the Earth, in whose periphery either the heavenly body or the centre of the heavenly body's epicycle was supposed to be carried round.
4.adjectiveShowing deference.
5.adjectiveServing to carry; bearing.