Synonyms for courier

Grammar : Noun

Spell : kur-ee-er, koo r-

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkɜr i ər, ˈkʊər-

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Définition of courier

Origin : mid-14c., from Anglo-French courrier, from Old French coreor, ultimately an agent noun from Latin currere "to run" (see current (adj.)).

noun messenger

Example sentences :

The Courier, with agitation in his voice, announced 'Miss Mairdale!'
Extract from : « Little Dorrit » by Charles Dickens

The Courier in the rumble was not altogether comfortable in his mind.
Extract from : « Little Dorrit » by Charles Dickens

It was therefore necessary to dispatch a courier to Mexico, and to wait his return.
Extract from : « The History of Louisiana » by Le Page Du Pratz

This will be confirmed by your official attendant, who will be an Envoy's Courier.
Extract from : « Vivian Grey » by Earl of Beaconsfield, Benjamin Disraeli

Maids, courier, and heavier luggage had been sent on earlier by the branch-line.
Extract from : « Howards End » by E. M. Forster

It remains to be known if this courier can arrive in time on the 26th.
Extract from : « The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. IX » by Various

The Kaid el habs was bringing a courier, who carried an order for Israel's release.
Extract from : « The Scapegoat » by Hall Caine

Then bidding the servant see to the courier's refreshment, he dismissed them both.
Extract from : « The Shame of Motley » by Raphael Sabatini

I am a courier riding to Parma, whom Madonna charged with that message to you in passing.
Extract from : « The Shame of Motley » by Raphael Sabatini

A courier has arrived from Naples, from Friar Robert, with instant messages.
Extract from : « The Historical Nights' Entertainment » by Rafael Sabatini

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