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Post Meaning and Usage with Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：mail (Post)
Post
/poʊst/
v., n.
To send a letter or package to someone by putting it in the mail system.
mail
➕
/meɪl/
v., n.
To send a letter or package through the postal service.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'ponere' (to place), through French 'poste'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'post office' for mail; 'post' as a fixed spot for a job.
📖 Example
I need to post this birthday card to my grandma today, so it arrives on time.
I need to post this birthday card to my grandma today, so it arrives on time.
🔗 Collocations
post a letter – send a letter by mail
post a parcel – send a package by mail
post office – place where mail is handled
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
receive (v.) – To get something that has been sent
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
The word 'post' traces to Roman relay stations for mail. Over centuries, it evolved to mean both sending mail and holding a job position.
Meaning 2：position (Post)
Post
/poʊst/
v., n.
A job or position within a company or organization.
position
➕
/pəˈzɪʃən/
v., n.
A job or official role within an organization.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
She saw an advertisement for an exciting new post as a graphic designer on social media.
She saw an advertisement for an exciting new post as a graphic designer on social media.
🔗 Collocations
apply for a post – submit an application for a job
vacant post – job that is not filled
take up a post – begin working in a position
🔄 Synonyms
position (n.) – A job or role in an organization
role (n.) – The function or part someone has in a job
appointment (n.) – A job assigned to someone officially
🌱 Derivatives
postholder (n.) – Person who holds a particular post
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