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mailman Meaning & Definition

ˈmāl-ˌman

What Does Mailman Mean?

Mailman is used as a noun meaning a person who delivers mail.

Mailman: Key Facts

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈmāl-ˌman/
Syllables2
Synonymscarrier, mail carrier and letter carrier
Pluralmailmen

Mailman Definition (Noun)

  1. a person who delivers mail

Synonyms of Mailman

Mailman synonyms and antonyms →

Mailman in a Sentence

the mailman usually leaves packages outside the mailbox

Word Forms & Grammar

mailman

mailmen

postman

mailman (plural mailmen)

Words That Rhyme With Mailman

Origin of Mailman

From mail +‎ man.

First Known Use

14th century

How to Pronounce Mailman

You say mailman as /ˈmāl-ˌman/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (māl).

Quick Answers About Mailman

What part of speech is mailman?

Mailman is a noun.

What is another word for mailman?

You can replace mailman with words such as carrier, mail carrier and letter carrier. See the full list of mailman synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of mailman?

The plural of mailman is mailmen.

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