Mail Carrier
/ˈmeɪl ˈkæriər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual authorized by postal authorities to deliver and collect mail to and from residences and businesses.
The mail carrier delivered the court summons to the defendant's home.
Forms
- mail carrier
- mail carriers
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the role of a mail carrier is critical for service of process and evidencing notice, so precise identification often matters in litigation.
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