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TOWN CRIER

\tˈa͡ʊn kɹˈa͡ɪ͡ə], \tˈa‍ʊn kɹˈa‍ɪ‍ə], \t_ˈaʊ_n k_ɹ_ˈaɪə]\

Definitions of TOWN CRIER

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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One who makes proclamation.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

A person employed by a town to make announcements of sales, intended meetings, &c.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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