express mail

Thân thiện

The courier delivers the express mail package to the office.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A category of postal service: "express mail" refers to a class of mail that is handled and delivered through a system designed for speed and guaranteed timely service, typically faster than standard postal options.
   • The physical items sent: It can also refer to the actual letters, packages, or documents being sent via this expedited service.

Usage

• "Express mail" is used as a compound noun. It is typically treated as an uncountable noun when referring to the service in general (e.g., ). It can be countable when referring to specific items (e.g., ).
• It is commonly preceded by prepositions like by, via, or through when describing the method of shipment.
• Example:

Examples

• Noun:
  • The contract was delivered via express mail to ensure it arrived by noon.
  • The company uses express mail for all international shipments.
  • I received an express mail notification from the post office.

Advanced Usage

• "overnight express mail": A specific type of express mail service guaranteeing delivery the next day.
  • We offer overnight express mail to most domestic locations.
• "express mail service": The full term for the system or company providing the fast delivery.
  • The reliability of their express mail service is excellent.

Variants and Related Words

• Express delivery (n): A very similar term often used interchangeably, though it can be broader, including services from private couriers.
  • The online store offers free express delivery on orders over $50.
• Priority mail (n): Another class of faster mail service, often slightly slower or with different guarantees than express mail.
  • For less urgent items, priority mail is a cost-effective option.

Synonyms

• Courier service: A service for the speedy and secure delivery of messages, packages, and mail.
• Expedited delivery: Delivery that is accelerated or rushed.

Related Phrases

• To send by express mail: The standard phrase for using this service.
  • Please send the package by express mail.
• Express mail envelope/package: Describes the specific item prepared for this service.
  • He sealed the documents in an express mail envelope.

Học thuật

Noun

1. mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system

Từ đồng nghĩa

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