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mailbox

3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for mailbox, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A box where mail is delivered or collected.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

post box post-box postbox

How to use mailbox

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

check the mailbox a full mailbox email mailbox

Etymology

From mail + box.

Full origin of mailbox →

Frequently asked questions

What does “mailbox” mean?

The word “mailbox” means a box where mail is delivered or collected. In plain terms, either a physical box for post, or the inbox that holds your email.

How do you pronounce “mailbox”?

“Mailbox” is pronounced MAYL-bahks (/ˈmeɪl.bɑks/ in IPA).

How do you use “mailbox” in a sentence?

Here is “mailbox” used in a sentence: “He found three bills waiting in his mailbox.”

What is another word for “mailbox”?

Words with a similar meaning to “mailbox” include post box, post-box and postbox.

What part of speech is “mailbox”?

“Mailbox” is a noun.

Is “mailbox” a common word?

“Mailbox” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How many meanings does “mailbox” have?

“Mailbox” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a box where mail is delivered or collected.

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