Also means
to take along
Usage Note
Emporter means to take something away from a place, and is the verb behind the phrase à emporter ('to go / takeaway') seen on restaurant signs. The reflexive s'emporter means 'to fly into a rage'. It contrasts with apporter ('to bring'), which implies movement toward the speaker.
Examples
"Il emporte son manteau partout."
Natural Translation
He takes his coat everywhere with him.
Literal Translation
He carries his coat everywhere
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