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词汇 post-runner
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Definition of post-runner in English:

post-runner

noun ˈpəʊs(t)ˌrʌnə
  • In early use: †a person travelling express, on foot or horseback, with messages, letters, etc.; a courier, messenger (obsolete). Later: a person who carries the post or mail on foot along a particular route.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in James Dalrymple (fl. c1596). From post + runner, originally after to run (also ride) the post.

Definition of post-runner in US English:

post-runner

nounˈpəʊs(t)ˌrʌnə
  • In early use: †a person travelling express, on foot or horseback, with messages, letters, etc.; a courier, messenger (obsolete). Later: a person who carries the post or mail on foot along a particular route.

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in James Dalrymple (fl. c1596). From post + runner, originally after to run (also ride) the post.

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