Mail Coach

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /meɪl koʊtʃ/

Definitions of mail coach

noun a type of stagecoach specifically designed for carrying mail

Example Sentences

A1 The mail coach arrived in the small town every afternoon.

A2 In the past, people used to travel long distances by mail coach.

B1 The mail coach was the main mode of transportation for delivering letters in the 19th century.

B2 The mail coach driver had to navigate rough terrain and adverse weather conditions.

C1 The historical significance of the mail coach is often overlooked in modern transportation discussions.

C2 The restoration of a vintage mail coach is a challenging but rewarding project for enthusiasts.

Examples of mail coach in a Sentence

formal The mail coach arrived at the post office right on schedule.

informal I heard the mail coach is running late today.

slang Let's catch a ride on the mail coach to get to town faster.

figurative The email system is like a modern version of the old mail coach, delivering messages quickly and efficiently.

Grammatical Forms of mail coach

plural

mail coaches

comparative

more mail coach

superlative

most mail coach

present tense

mail coach

future tense

will mail coach

perfect tense

have mailed coach

continuous tense

are mailing coach

singular

mail coach

positive degree

mail coach

infinitive

to mail coach

gerund

mail coaching

participle

mailed coach

Origin and Evolution of mail coach

First Known Use: 1784 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'mail coach' originated in England during the 18th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a horse-drawn carriage used to transport mail, the term 'mail coach' evolved as the mode of transportation transitioned to steam-powered trains and eventually to modern postal services.