post
//poʊst//
Noun
A piece of wood, metal, or other material fixed vertically in the ground or on a base, used as a support or marker.
He tied the horse to a wooden post.
Noun
The official service or system that collects and delivers letters and packages; mail.
I sent the letter by post.
Letters and packages delivered by the postal service; mail.
I checked the post this morning.
Synonym
Noun
A job or position, especially one to which someone is assigned or appointed.
She was offered a post as a teacher at the local school.
A place where someone is stationed or assigned to work, especially in a military context.
The soldier was assigned to a post near the border.
A message published on a social media platform, blog, or online forum.
Her post about the trip got over 500 likes.
Synonym
Verb
To display or announce something publicly by putting up a notice or sign.
The school posted a notice about the upcoming event.
To publish a message or content on a social media platform, blog, or online forum.
She posted a photo of her vacation on Instagram.
Verb
To send a letter or package through the postal service; to mail.
I need to post this letter today.
Verb
To assign someone to a particular place or position, especially in a military or work context.
He was posted to the embassy in Tokyo.