postal

Word parts

post + -al

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈpoʊstl/

• Audio (US)

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Adjective

Positive postal

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. The postal system, postal workers, the postal code, etc., relate to the mail system or the sending of letters and packages.

   The postal service delivers mail every day.

2. (informal) (US) If someone goes postal, they become very angry or violent.

   He almost went postal when he heard about the delay.

Related words

• post