Wiktionary
chaprassi
alt. (context India English) A government messenger in the (w: British Raj). n. (context India English) A government messenger in the (w: British Raj).
Usage examples of "chaprassi".
Scurrying of urchin through revolving door, leaflets falling in his wake, as the chaprassi gives chase.
Qureishi's departure, the chaprassi Gul Muhammad ditched his scooter and joined the foot-pilgrims, knotting a handkerchief around his head to indicate his devotion.