Phrase guide

post box

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A box in which post can be left by a sender to be picked up by a courier or postman (postal worker).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: postal

Examples

  • Would you take these letters down to the post box please – they've already got stamps.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: letterbox, mailbox

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A box or slot into which a courier or postal worker puts letters for a recipient to collect.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: letterbox, mailbox

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From post + box.