Post
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəʊst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Post is a noun meaning A long dowel or plank protruding from the ground; a fencepost; a lightpost.
Meaning
A long dowel or plank protruding from the ground; a fencepost; a lightpost.
More Meanings
- (construction) A stud; a two-by-four.
- A pole in a battery.
- (dentistry) A long, narrow piece inserted into a root canal to provide retention for a crown.
- (vocal music, chiefly a cappella) A prolonged final melody note, among moving harmony notes.
- (paper, printing) A printing paper size measuring 19.25 inches x 15.5 inches.
- (sports) A goalpost.
- A location on a basketball court near the basket.
Example Sentences
Post no bills.
ram a post into the ground
The company posted record profits this quarter.
when God ſends coyne, I will diſcharge your poaſt
Word Forms
- posts
- posting
- posted
Synonyms for post
Depending on context, synonyms include mail, base, position, berth, office, brand.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mail, send, base, position, place, succeeding.
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