postman

noun

post·​man ˈpōs(t)-mən How to pronounce postman (audio)
-ˌman

Examples of postman in a Sentence

the postman comes at around nine every morning
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Hass made only about $4k from his share of the crops, and worked as a postman till his death at age 60. thehustle.co, 5 Apr. 2024 Dog’s unlikely friendship delights the internet A chihuahua and a postman have amassed thousands of followers after the dog’s owner started posting their daily ritual. Alexandra Banner, CNN, 30 July 2024 There are few feelings better than when the postman rocks up with a parcel for you — but there is something particularly special about going into a brick and mortar store. Allie Daisy King, refinery29.com, 5 Jan. 2024 Among Maricopa County’s four winners: a 12th grader who wants to be an actor, a 7th grader who wants to be an Olympic climber, a 5th grader who wants to be a dancer and author and a kindergartner who wants to be a postman. Nick Sullivan, The Arizona Republic, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for postman 

Word History

First Known Use

1529, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of postman was in 1529

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“Postman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/postman. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

postman

noun
post·​man ˈpōs(t)-mən How to pronounce postman (audio)
-ˌman
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