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mailbox

noun

  1. structure for storage of mail; including both post boxes and letter boxes
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Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪl.bɑks/

noun

Etymology: From mail + box.

  1. A box into which mail is placed.

    She waved back, placed a stack of envelopes in her mailbox, and lifted the red flag.

  2. A box into which mail is placed.
  3. A folder or account for the storage of email; an electronic inbox or mailstore.