Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
postwoman
noun
/ˈpəʊstˌwʊmən/
Definition
A female postal worker who delivers mail and packages.
Examples
- The postwoman arrived early in the morning to deliver the letters.
- Many communities rely on their postwoman to provide essential services with a friendly smile.
- She aspires to be a postwoman so she can connect with people in her neighborhood.
Meaning
The term ‘postwoman’ specifically refers to a woman employed in the postal service, primarily responsible for the delivery of mail.
Synonyms
- mail carrier
- postal worker
- mailwoman
- letter carrier
