town crier
US /ˈtaʊn ˌkraɪ.ər/
UK /ˈtaʊn ˌkraɪ.ər/
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传令官, 报幕员
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.
传令官宣布了国王的法令。
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In ancient times, the town crier was an important source of news.
在古代，传令官是重要的消息来源。