Standard Lemma guide
Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.
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noun
A box into which mail is placed.
A collection point for mail intended for onward delivery, a secure box or receptacle for this purpose.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
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Synonyms: letterbox, USPS blue box, blue box, collection box
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A box into which mail is placed.
A delivery point for mail, a box, compartment or slot for this purpose.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: letterbox
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A folder or account for the storage of email; an electronic inbox or mailstore.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
a private box for delivery of mail
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: letter box
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: box
noun
public box for deposit of mail
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: postbox, letter box
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: maildrop
Narrower terms: pillar box
History
From mail + box.
