mailroom
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/ˈmeɪlˌruːm/
mail handling area
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mailroom' originates from the combination of 'mail' and 'room', where 'mail' refers to letters and packages sent through the postal system, and 'room' refers to a space or area.
Historical Evolution
'mailroom' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a room for handling mail', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a room in a building where mail is sorted and distributed.
The mailroom is located on the first floor of the office building.
Synonyms
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