n. [ F. courrier, fr. courre, courir, to run, L. currere. See Course, Current. ] 1. A messenger sent with haste to convey letters or dispatches, usually on public business. [ 1913 Webster ]
The wary Bassa . . . by speedy couriers, advertised Solyman of the enemy's purpose. Knolles. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. An attendant on travelers, whose business it is to make arrangements for their convenience at hotels and on the way. [ 1913 Webster ]
[たっきゅうびん, takkyuubin](n) (See 宅配便・1) express home delivery (by the Kuroneko Yamato company); door-to-door parcel delivery; courier service[Add to Longdo]