us post office
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Definition
Noun: - An independent agency of the federal government: The US Post Office is a government agency responsible for providing postal service. Its primary function is the delivery of mail and packages. - A system for mail delivery: It refers to the national organization that handles the collection, sorting, transportation, and delivery of letters and parcels.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- I need to go to the US Post Office to mail this package.
- The US Post Office operates in every city and town across the country.
- Stamps can be purchased at the US Post Office.
Advanced Usage
- "The US Post Office" as an institution: Often used to refer to the entire postal system and its history, not just a local branch.
- The US Post Office has been a vital service since the founding of the nation.
Variants and Related Words
- Post Office (PO): A common shortened form.
- The abbreviation for Post Office is P.O.
- United States Postal Service (USPS): The official name of the agency that operates the US Post Office.
- USPS is another name for the US Post Office.
Synonyms
- Postal Service: The system for carrying mail.
- Mail Service: A general term for the business of delivering mail.
Related Phrases
- Post Office Box (P.O. Box): A locked mailbox located inside a post office.
- They have a P.O. Box for their business mail.
Noun
- an independent agency of the federal government responsible for mail delivery (and sometimes telecommunications) between individuals and businesses in the United States