Definition: A delay or a decision to delay something to a later time.

Example: The meeting was scheduled for next week, but due to a conflict, there was a postponement until the following month.

Definition: Happening or existing after a period of economic decline.

Example: The postrecession economy showed signs of recovery and growth.

Definition: Happening or existing after someone has retired from their job or profession.

Example: Many people enjoy postretirement activities such as traveling and volunteering.

Definition: Referring to the amount remaining after taxes have been deducted from income or profits.

Example: The posttax income is what you actually take home after all deductions.

Definition: To move or work with heavy, loud steps or to hit something repeatedly with force.

Example: The drummer pounded on the drums during the concert.

Definition: A unit of weight or force, often used to measure heavy objects, or a type of currency in some countries.

Example: The package weighed five pounds.

Definition: To hit something repeatedly and with a lot of force.

Example: He began to pound the dough until it was smooth.

Definition: A fee or charge that is based on the weight of something measured in pounds, or a tax related to the value of goods per pound.

Example: The poundage for shipping the package was higher than expected due to its weight.

Definition: The condition of having little or no money, goods, or means of support; the state of being poor.

Example: Many organizations work to help people escape from poverty.

Definition: A process where someone gets permission or agreement for something before it officially happens.

Example: The bank gave her a preapproval for the loan, allowing her to shop for a house confidently.

Definition: To give approval or qualification to something before the normal procedures or formalities are completed.

Example: The bank decided to preapprove my loan application, making the process much faster.

Definition: Something that has been accepted or authorized beforehand.

Example: The bank offered a preapproved loan to eligible customers.