1. plural of packman; traveling salesmen who carry their goods in packs
Usage: archaic; historical

Examples

• The packmen traveled from village to village selling their wares.
• In medieval times, packmen were important sources of goods for remote communities.
• The packmen carried everything from needles to cloth in their heavy packs.
• Local authorities often required packmen to obtain licenses before trading.
• These packmen would arrive at market day with their bundles full of merchandise.