express mail
Definition
- 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.
Noun
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mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
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