Definition

The amount of money you pay to send a letter or package through the mail, often shown by a stamp or label.

Example

I need to buy some postage to send this letter.

Conversation

Did you check how much the postage is for sending that package?

I think it was around five dollars, but I can double-check.

That's not too bad, I just want to make sure it gets there on time.

Yeah, I hope it arrives quickly with the postage I paid.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postage → It is formed from "post" (from Latin *postis*, meaning a post or a stake) and "-age" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "postage" refers to the state or condition of sending mail via a postal system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'post' as referring to the system of sending letters, and '-age' indicating a condition. This helps you remember that 'postage' is the cost associated with sending mail.

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