postman
4 synonyms for postman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person whose job is delivering mail to homes and businesses.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use postman
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the local postman
postman knocks
Etymology
A compound of post (mail) and man.
Full origin of postman →Frequently asked questions
What does “postman” mean?
The word “postman” means a person whose job is delivering mail to homes and businesses. In plain terms, the person who delivers your mail.
How do you pronounce “postman”?
“Postman” is pronounced POHS-muhn (/ˈpəʊs(t)mən/ in IPA).
How do you use “postman” in a sentence?
Here is “postman” used in a sentence: “The postman comes by around ten every morning.”
What part of speech is “postman”?
“Postman” is a noun.
Is “postman” a common word?
“Postman” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
