town crier
US /ˈtaʊn ˌkraɪ.ər/
UK /ˈtaʊn ˌkraɪ.ər/
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Ausrufer, Stadtausrufer
an official of a town or village who makes public announcements in the streets
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The town crier announced the king's decree.
Der Ausrufer verkündete das königliche Dekret.
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In ancient times, the town crier was an important source of news.
In alten Zeiten war der Ausrufer eine wichtige Nachrichtenquelle.