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noun (1)

Definition of postnext
chiefly British
as in mail
communications or parcels sent or carried through the postal system the post always comes at tea time

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post

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noun (2)

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as in job
a specific task with which a person or group is charged selling lemonade was my post at the church fair

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2
as in position
the place where someone is assigned to stand or remain he wisely stayed at his post during the emergency

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as in place
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay she's held a number of teaching posts at local colleges

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post

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noun (3)

ˈpōst How to pronounce post (audio)
as in column
an upright shaft that supports an overhead structure hung the hammock between a tree and a post in the fence

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post

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verb (1)

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as in to publish
to affix (as a notice) to or on a suitable place the student organizations generally post their announcements on the campus bulletin board

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as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly posted the students' grades

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post

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verb (2)

as in to detail
to assign to a place or position the police are planning to post an officer outside the hospital room of the witness

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post

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verb (3)

as in to mail
to send through the postal system be sure to post the letter this afternoon

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Recent Examples of post
Noun
Seth and Josh Meyers swung by the popular marketplace in Hartford, according to a post by Parkville Market. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2026 According to the post commander, the Selfridge Family Assistance Center reached out after the strikes. — Veronica Ortega, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
Verb
David Arquette and Melissa Barrera, who appeared on screen with Panettiere in the Scream franchise, all took to social media to post messages. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026 Heroes star Sendhil Ramamurthy posted a lengthy tribute on Instagram, complete with memories of meeting Panetierre during their screen tests. — Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for post
Recent Examples of Synonyms for post
  1. mail
  2. job
  3. position
  4. column
  5. publish
  6. announce
  7. detail
  8. message
Noun
  • Anyone who has received a vote-by-mail ballot can still opt to vote in person instead.
    — Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Those who bought tickets with cash or check will receive a refund via mail.
    — Riley Moser, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of mail
Noun
  • The Republican nominee also said the work agreements that allow many state employees to perform their jobs remotely need reform as well.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In 2004, Norris took a job as an editorial manager of publications at the Joint Commission in Oakbrook Terrace.
    — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of job
Noun
  • The collaboration also introduces a fresh position by which enthusiasts can appreciate the super sports car company.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The Angle Wedge Pillow's distinctive triangular shape cradles your legs and knees at a precise 45-degree angle to relieve tension in your back, while the Knee-T keeps legs, hips and spine in a neutral position to reduce pressure on your lower back.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of position
Noun
  • There is now a new column in Ukrainian politics that is young, has experience of power and reform, and seeks to constantly remind Ukraine that its president has strayed outside of his original electoral mandate.
    — Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • And as Salfino wrote in his Zero RB column, Mitchell was a lightning-quick signing by the Chargers the moment free agency opened, with John Harbaugh gushing about how dangerous RBs with Mitchell’s speed can be.
    — Jess Bryant, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of column
Verb
  • Judge Carli Kierny, presiding over the case, has ruled the jury will be able to hear about the book Davis published and his previous police interviews.
    — Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • An investigative report is expected to be published publicly later this month.
    — Ashley Grams, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of publish
Verb
  • The casting news was announced during the Disney Entertainment Showcase presentation at Disney’s D23 fan event in Anaheim, California on Friday.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Despite being away, Biya has continued to make key decisions from abroad, including a major military reshuffle announced earlier this month.
    — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of announce
Verb
  • The Athletic published a story detailing multiple investigations into Walter’s other businesses.
    — Chris Branch, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Court records detail the expansive cocaine trafficking ring that snared two Penn State University fraternities and led to charges against 14 people.
    — Michael Guise, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of detail
Noun
  • Cancer June 21 – July 22 A clear message can carry both warmth and authority today.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • These messages were a launching pad for the spread of inaccurate data, particularly claims about an 82% risk of miscarriage associated with Covid-19 vaccines.
    — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of message

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