Postmark
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpoʊstˌmɑɹk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Postmark is a noun meaning (transitive) To apply a postmark on.
Meaning
(transitive) To apply a postmark on.
More Meanings
- A marking made by a postal service on a delivery, usually indicating the place where and the date and time when the item was received or processed for the first time, mostly serving to cancel a postage stamp.
Example Sentences
He looked at the mauve envelope doubtfully, and examined the postmark. "Where is Pudlington, James? and one might almost ask—why is Pudlington? No town has any right to such an offensive name."
Word Forms
- postmarks
- postmarking
- postmarked
Synonyms for postmark
Depending on context, synonyms include frank.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include frank, cachet, character, stamp, pill, seal.
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