noun
- a person who rides on horseback to carry mail or messages
Usage: historical
Examples
- The postboy galloped through the night to deliver the urgent letter.
- In the 18th century, postboys were essential for communication between distant towns.
- The weary postboy changed horses at the inn before continuing his journey.
- A postboy would typically cover many miles in a single day.
- The novel described how the postboy brought news of the battle’s outcome.
- Postboys were known for their skill in riding and their knowledge of the roads.