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词汇 ration carrier
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Definition of ration carrier in English:

ration carrier

noun
Australian historical
  • (on a sheep or cattle station) an employee who delivers supplies to workers on distant parts of the station.

    I never see anyone but the ration carrier once a week
    Example sentencesExamples
    • The dingo seems very fond of following the ration-carrier when taking round a packhorse laden with salt beef and groceries.
    • The ration carrier got frightened and, letting go the reins, he clutched hold of the pommel with both hands.
    • It was not uncommon for him to have no supper to cook, because the ration carrier only came once a week.
    • Mr Falkland lifted his daughter in and took the reins, leaving his horse to be ridden home by the ration-carrier.
    • I never felt more comfortable than when my duty as ration-carrier certified my sojourn for the night at his hut.
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