mailman
Translation
postman, mail carrier
Examples
The mailman delivers letters every morning.
The postman delivers letters every morning.
Did the mailman come yet?
Has the postman come yet?
Grammar Patterns
the mailman the postman The mailman brought a package today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mail carrier, letter carrier, postman
Etymology
From 'mail' + 'man'. A man who delivers the mail.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'man' carrying a large bag of 'mail'. Note that 'mail carrier' or 'postman' are more common in the UK and are gender-neutral.