postage

noun

post·​age ˈpō-stij How to pronounce postage (audio)
1
: the fee for postal service
2
: adhesive stamps or printed indicia representing postal fees

Examples of postage in a Sentence

How much is the postage for this package? Enclose two dollars for postage and handling. I hope I put enough postage on the package.
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Fox Valley United Way became the local partner in March of 2024, securing local funding for the books as well as postage, with the Dollywood Foundation covering many of the program’s overhead and administrative costs. — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026 Franked mail once allowed members of Congress to avoid using postage and to send mail under their signature. — Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026 While Amazon shipping varies, postage from Harymor will be calculated based on weight, size and address. — New Atlas, 18 July 2026 Until next time, may your deadlines be met, your penalties be waived, and your postage be properly paid. — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for postage

Word History

First Known Use

1536, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of postage was in 1536

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postage

noun
post·​age ˈpō-stij How to pronounce postage (audio)
: the charge fixed by law for carrying an article by mail
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