courier

• Nom désignant une personne ou une entreprise chargée de livrer rapidement des messages, des colis ou du courrier, souvent sur de longues distances.

A noun referring to a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail, often quickly and over long distances.

1. Delivery personB1formal

   A person or company that delivers messages, packages, or documents quickly.

   coursier / livreur

   • The courier delivered the package to my door this morning.
   • She works as a courier for a local delivery service.
   • We sent the contract via courier to ensure it arrives on time.

   Synonymescarrierdispatch ridermessengerrunner

2. Historical messengerB2formal

   A person who carried urgent messages or dispatches in the past, often on horseback.

   Messager historique

   • The royal courier rode day and night to deliver the king's message.
   • In ancient times, couriers were essential for communication between cities.
   • The courier handed the sealed letter to the general.

   Synonymesdispatch riderenvoyexpressheraldmessengerrunner