stage-driver

[ steyj-drahy-ver ]

/ ˈsteɪdʒˌdraɪ vər /

the driver of a stagecoach.

Origin of stage-driver

First recorded in 1780–90

A good deal of strength, intelligence, and skillful management of horses was required of a Broadway stage-driver.

Whitman |John Burroughs
"Reckon his head was purty level," replied the stage-driver, tossing his head backward toward me.

Romance of California Life |John Habberton
It was no less a personage than Mr. Hiram Tressler, the stage-driver.

Dixie Martin |Grace May North
He seemed dejected, and looked anxiously at the passengers, particularly at the stage-driver and myself.

Famous Stories Every Child Should Know |Various

He was surprised to find the stage-driver and express messenger standing beside him; he had not heard them dismount.

Snow-Bound at Eagle's |Bret Harte