1. plural of newsboy; young people, typically boys, who sell or deliver newspapers
Usage: somewhat dated

Examples

• The newsboys gathered on the street corner each morning to collect their papers.
• In the early 1900s, newsboys would shout headlines to attract customers.
• The musical tells the story of newsboys who went on strike in New York.
• Many newsboys worked before and after school to earn money for their families.
• The newspaper hired dozens of newsboys to distribute the evening edition.
• Newsboys would compete for the best selling spots downtown.