Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

paperboy

noun
/ˈpeɪpərˌbɔɪ/
Definition
A paperboy is a young person, usually a boy, who delivers newspapers to homes in a neighborhood.
Examples
  • The paperboy woke up early to deliver his newspapers before school.
  • As a paperboy, he learned the importance of responsibility and time management.
Meaning
The term ‘paperboy’ commonly refers to a child or teenager who earns money by distributing newspapers to subscribers on a regular basis, typically during the early morning or evening hours.
Synonyms
  • newspaper carrier
  • newsboy
  • delivery boy