handcarried
Brought by hand
Handcarried describes something transported personally rather than shipped or mailed: The documents were too sensitive to mail, so they were handcarried to the embassy.
The term emphasizes direct human custody throughout transit, often implying urgency, security, or special handling.
Also spelled as two words: hand-carried or hand carried.
Delivery person or service
- messengerOne who delivers communications
- expressState or fast train
- parcelWrapped item for shipping
- packageWrapped item for delivery
document · envelope · dispatch · conveyance · porterage · transit · transported · escorted
Meant to stay secret
- classifiedRestricted from disclosure
- sensitiveEasily affected emotionally
- protectedKept from harm
- guardedWary and restrained
safeguarded · sealed · tamper-proof · authenticated · verified · clearance · entrusted · restricted
Easily broken or damaged
- delicateEasily broken or harmed
- perishableProne to decay
- handledManaged or controlled
- cushionedMade softer or gentler
wrapped · padded · cradled · protected · insured · valuable · artwork · specimen
Held dear, prized
- treasuredRegarded with deep affection
- preciousHighly esteemed, greatly valued
- sentimentalExcessively emotional about memories
- irreplaceableHaving no adequate substitute
heirloom · keepsake · memento · gift · letter · invitation · token · offering
courier
Delivery person or service
package · document · envelope · dispatch · conveyance · porterage · transit · transported · escorted · accompanied
confidential
Meant to stay secret
- classifiedRestricted from disclosure
- sensitiveEasily affected emotionally
- protectedKept from harm
guarded · safeguarded · sealed · tamper-proof · authenticated · verified · clearance · entrusted · restricted · private
fragile
Easily broken or damaged
- delicateEasily broken or harmed
- perishableProne to decay
- handledManaged or controlled
cushioned · wrapped · padded · cradled · protected · insured · valuable · artwork · specimen · samples
cherished
Held dear, prized
- treasuredRegarded with deep affection
- preciousHighly esteemed, greatly valued
- sentimentalExcessively emotional about memories
irreplaceable · heirloom · keepsake · memento · gift · letter · invitation · token · offering · heartfelt