postman

/ˈpɒstmæn/

Definitions

1. noun

a person whose job is to collect and deliver mail, packages, and other items from a post office or other location.

“The postman brought a package to our doorstep this morning.”

2. noun

a person who delivers something, especially news or a message.

“The postman in the story was actually a secret agent delivering vital information.”

3. verb

to send or deliver something, especially mail or a message.

“You can post a letter to your friend or post a message on social media.”

Synonyms

  • letter carrier
  • mail carrier
  • mailman

Antonyms

  • letter sender
  • mail recipient