Mailman: meaning, definitions and examples

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mailman

[ ˈmeɪlmən ]

Noun

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postal worker

A mailman is a postal worker who delivers mail to homes and businesses. They are responsible for sorting and delivering letters, packages, and other mail items to the correct recipients. Mailmen often work long hours and in various weather conditions to ensure that mail is delivered on time.

Synonyms

letter carrier, mail carrier, postal worker.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
mailman	Commonly used in everyday language, especially in the United States. It refers specifically to a man who delivers mail. The mailman delivers our letters every morning. I saw the mailman drop off a package.
postal worker	A more formal and inclusive term, referring to all employees of the postal service, not just those who deliver mail. Postal workers are striking for better pay. Every postal worker plays an important role in the community.
letter carrier	A more gender-neutral term, used in both casual and formal contexts. It can refer to anyone who delivers letters and other mail. The letter carrier brought me a letter from my friend. Thank the letter carrier for the holiday cards.
mail carrier	Another gender-neutral term, often used interchangeably with 'letter carrier.' It is slightly broader, covering all kinds of mail, not just letters. The mail carrier has a heavy load today. I greeted the mail carrier on my way out.

Examples of usage

The mailman delivered a package to my house today.
My uncle is a mailman and he enjoys interacting with the people on his route.

Translations

Translations of the word "mailman" in other languages:

🇵🇹 carteiro

🇮🇳 डाकिया

🇩🇪 Briefträger

🇮🇩 tukang pos

🇺🇦 листоноша

🇵🇱 listonosz

🇯🇵 郵便配達員 (ゆうびんはいたついん)

🇫🇷 facteur

🇪🇸 cartero

🇹🇷 postacı

🇰🇷 우편배달부 (u-pyeon bae-dal-bu)

🇸🇦 ساعي البريد

🇨🇿 pošťák

🇸🇰 poštár

🇨🇳 邮递员 (yóudìyuán)

🇸🇮 poštar

🇮🇸 póstmaður

🇰🇿 пошташы

🇬🇪 ფოსტალიონი (postalioni)

🇦🇿 poçtalyon

🇲🇽 cartero

Etymology

The word 'mailman' originated in the late 19th century as a combination of 'mail' and 'man', referring to a person who delivers mail. The role of a mailman has evolved over the years with advancements in mail delivery systems and technology.

See also: email, mail, mailable, mailer.