Definition

A man who delivers milk to people's homes or sells it to customers.

Example

The milkman comes every morning to deliver fresh milk.

Conversation

Did you see the milkman on our street this morning?

Yeah, I noticed him delivering milk to the neighbors.

I wonder if he still delivers fresh cream, too.

I hope so! It would be nice to have some fresh milk from the milkman.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Milkman → The word is formed from "milk" (from Old English *milc*, meaning a white liquid produced by mammals) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning a human being). A milkman is a person who delivers milk, typically to homes.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who delivers 'milk' — that's what a milkman does.

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