postcard
/'poustkɑ:d/
Definition
- Noun:
- A card for sending messages by mail without an envelope: A postcard is a rectangular piece of thick paper or thin cardboard, often featuring a photograph or illustration on one side, with space for a written message, recipient's address, and postage stamp on the other. It is designed to be mailed without an envelope.
Usage
- Primary Use: To send a short, informal message, often while traveling, to share a greeting or an update.
- Context: Commonly used for personal correspondence, tourism, and collectibles.
Examples
- Noun:
- I sent a postcard from Paris to my family.
- She collects vintage postcards from different cities.
- Don't forget to write your message on the back of the postcard.
Advanced Usage
- "Picture postcard": A postcard with a scenic or attractive photograph on the front.
- The town was like a picture postcard with its snowy roofs.
- "Postcard-perfect": Used to describe a scene or place that is extremely picturesque, as if made for a postcard.
- We found a postcard-perfect beach on our vacation.
Variants and Related Words
- Postcard (verb, rare/informal): To send someone a postcard.
- I'll postcard you when I arrive.
- Postcarder (noun): A person who sends or collects postcards.
Synonyms
- Mail card
- Correspondence card (a more formal, often plain type)
Related Phrases
- "Wish you were here": A classic, common sentiment written on postcards sent from vacations.
- "Drop me a postcard": An informal request for someone to send a postcard or a short update.
Noun
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a card for sending messages by post without an envelope
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