Word Noun
postman
n.
countable
A2 Elementary US /ˈpoʊsmən/ UK /pˈəʊstmən/ post·man
Definition
n.a person whose job is to deliver letters and packages to people's homes or offices. You might also hear this person called a mail carrier or postal worker.
n.a person employed to deliver and collect letters and parcels. While common in British English, it is increasingly replaced by gender-neutral terms like 'postal worker' or 'mail carrier' in official contexts.
Examples
“The postman delivers the mail every morning at ten.”
“The postman had to leave a note because the package was too large for the letterbox.”
“Despite the rise of digital communication, the local postman remains a vital link for elderly residents who rely on physical correspondence for their essential services.”
Usage
Commonly used in British English; the American equivalent is 'mailman'.
This entry
Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Occasional
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