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postman

[pohst-muhn] / ˈpoʊst mən /


NOUN
mail carrier
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Example Sentences

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A postman is said to have found the man's body in Grange Road before the vehicle was later discovered in Eastcourt Lane.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

With deliveries from the postman now a daily occurrence, Clare has spared a thought for her postman, but said he has been wonderful and so patient.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

The postman Joseph Roulin and his wife, Augustine, became Van Gogh’s principal friends during his stay in Arles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025

Former postman Jonathan Roberts told the jury he heard the explosion as he drove past Mr Davies' house.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

Recently I asked the postman for special- issue stamps; I’ve waited since childhood for postmen to give me some of their own accord.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston