noun
milkman
MIHLK-muhn
Milkman (noun) means a person whose job is to deliver milk to homes, traditionally early in the morning. Example: “The milkman still does his rounds in some parts of the country.”
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A person whose job is to deliver milk to homes, traditionally early in the morning.
"The milkman still does his rounds in some parts of the country."
How to use milkman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who delivers milk to houses, usually by van, early in the day.
Common pairings
the milkman delivers
wait for the milkman
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- Plural
- milkmen
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Frequently asked questions
What does “milkman” mean?
The word “milkman” means a person whose job is to deliver milk to homes, traditionally early in the morning. In plain terms, someone who delivers milk to houses, usually by van, early in the day.
How do you pronounce “milkman”?
“Milkman” is pronounced MIHLK-muhn (/ˈmɪlkmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “milkman” in a sentence?
Here is “milkman” used in a sentence: “The milkman still does his rounds in some parts of the country.”
What is another word for “milkman”?
Words with a similar meaning to “milkman” include dairyman, milkie, milko and milkwoman.
What part of speech is “milkman”?
“Milkman” is a noun.
