A man's character is like his shadow, which sometimes follows and sometimes precedes him, and which is occasionally longer, occasionally shorter, than he is. Madame de la Rochejuquelein. Do what you know and perception is converted into character.haracter is like a tree and reputation is like its shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing. Abraham Lincoln. Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right path, the the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: courier. A messenger (usually a commissioned or warrant officer) responsible for the secure physical transmission and delivery of documents and material. Generally referred to as a command or local courier.
Mule (smuggling) For other uses, see mule (disambiguation). A mule or courier is someone who smuggles contraband across a border (as opposed to sending by mail, etc.) for a smuggling organization. The organizers employ mules to reduce the risk of getting caught themselves.