stage-driver
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of stage-driver
First recorded in 1780–90
Example Sentences
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The stage-driver, who watched this encounter with evident delight, turned away with reluctance.
From The Life of Nancy by Jewett, Sarah Orne
When the conductor paused to take their tickets, obligingly procured for this odd pair by the stage-driver, Margot immediately requested to be put upon the engine.
From A Daughter of the Forest by Raymond, Evelyn
I inquired of the stage-driver, without stirring from my place.
From The Bandolero A Marriage among the Mountains by Reid, Mayne
"We'll take no chances, though," declared the stage-driver.
From The Pike's Peak Rush Terry in the New Gold Fields by Sabin, Edwin L. (Edwin Legrand)
“I know what he means,” said the stage-driver, stepping forth as a volunteer, and stooping to take hold of the llianas.
From The Bandolero A Marriage among the Mountains by Reid, Mayne
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