mailman
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for mailman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person whose job is delivering mail to homes and businesses.
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How to use mailman
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wait for the mailman
the mailman delivered
Etymology
From mail + man.
Full origin of mailman →Frequently asked questions
What does “mailman” mean?
The word “mailman” means a person whose job is delivering mail to homes and businesses. In plain terms, someone who delivers the post; more commonly called a "postman" in British English.
How do you pronounce “mailman”?
“Mailman” is pronounced MAYL-man (/ˈmeɪl.mæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “mailman” in a sentence?
Here is “mailman” used in a sentence: “The mailman waved as he dropped off the parcel.”
What part of speech is “mailman”?
“Mailman” is a noun.