What is the meaning of mail?

noun

  • The bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service.
  • The system whereby messages are transmitted via the post office.
    • usage: "the mail handles billions of items every day"; "he works for the United States mail service"; "in England they call mail `the post'"
  • A conveyance that transports the letters and packages that are conveyed by the postal system.
  • Any particular collection of letters or packages that is delivered.
    • usage: "your mail is on the table"; "is there any post for me"; "she was opening her post"
  • Middle Ages. ( flexible armor made of interlinked metal rings)

verb

  • Send via the postal service.
    • usage: "I'll mail you the check tomorrow"
  • Cause to be directed or transmitted to another place.
    • usage: "send me your latest results"; "I'll mail you the paper when it's written"
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