Wordiyopost
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About This Root
From Latin post (after, behind) and postis (doorpost, pillar). Two meanings converge: the temporal 'after' (postwar, postscript, posthumous) and the physical 'post/pillar' sense that evolved into the postal system — a post was originally a station where relay riders exchanged horses. Poster comes from something affixed to a post.
Associated Words
expostulate
To protest or reason earnestly with someone to change their behavior
post
a job or pole; to send mail or publish online
post-office
A place where postal services are provided
postage
The fee charged for sending mail; a postage stamp
postal
Relating to the mail delivery system
postbox
A box for depositing or receiving mail
postcard
A card sent by mail without an envelope, often with a picture
postcode
A code added to an address to aid mail delivery
poster
A large printed notice or picture used for advertising or decoration
postman
A person who delivers and collects mail
postmaster
The person in charge of a post office