postage

noun

post·​age ˈpō-stij How to pronounce postage (audio)
1
: the fee for postal service
2
: adhesive stamps or printed indicia representing postal fees

Examples of postage in a Sentence

How much is the postage for this package? Enclose two dollars for postage and handling. I hope I put enough postage on the package.
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Word History

First Known Use

1536, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of postage was in 1536

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“Postage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/postage. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

postage

noun
post·​age ˈpō-stij How to pronounce postage (audio)
: the charge fixed by law for carrying an article by mail

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