Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
postmark
noun
/ˈpoʊstˌmɑrk/
Definition
A mark or stamp on a letter or package to indicate the date and place of mailing.
Examples
- The letter had a postmark from New York, dated April 15.
- She checked the postmark to see when the package was mailed.
- The postmark revealed that the card was sent a week ago.
Meaning
Postmark refers to the official marking by postal authorities on a mail item, showing when and where it was sent. It can also signify the mailing date of the item.
Synonyms
- mailmark
- stamp
- cancel
