Definitions

postbox

[pohst-boks] / ˈpoʊstˌbɒks /

NOUN

letter box

Synonyms

WEAK

letter drop letterbox mail drop mailbox pillar box

Example Sentences

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June Sheridan didn't realise the postbox was there and ended up taking her small parcel into the shop.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

Boyd said he was not notified about the new postbox and didn't think it would be accessible for people of his age.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

"I really don't know what an automatic postbox is," said Ralph Boyd.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

Royal Mail has also trialled a new postbox that can take small parcels.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025

I wish I could open my postbox every day.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat