Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
post-office
noun
/ˈpəʊstˌɒfɪs/
Definition
A facility where mail is received, sorted, and dispatched.
Examples
- After organizing the letters, she walked to the post-office to send them out.
- The post-office is located on the main street, making it easy for residents to access.
- Kids often enjoy going to the post-office to mail their letters to Santa Claus.
Meaning
The term ‘post-office’ refers to a physical establishment that operates as a part of the postal system, providing services related to mail and package delivery.
Synonyms
- mail center
- postal office
- mailing facility
