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Mailbox
01
邮箱, 信箱
a box outside the house were letters and packages are put
What is a "mailbox"?
A mailbox is a container used for receiving and storing mail, such as letters, packages, and newspapers. It is typically placed outside a home or building, near the entrance or along a street, and is often made of metal, wood, or plastic. Mailboxes have a door or flap that allows postal workers to insert mail, and some include a flag that can be raised to signal outgoing mail. They provide a convenient and secure place for receiving mail and are a common feature in residential areas.
Example
My mailbox is full of junk mail and advertisements.
The storm knocked over our mailbox last night.
Please put the letter in the mailbox.
02
邮箱, 邮筒
a box located in a public area where individuals can drop off letters and packages to be collected and delivered by postal workers
Example
Every morning, the postal worker diligently collects the letters from each mailbox along the street.
Tom placed the outgoing mail in the mailbox before heading to work.
例子
My mailbox is full of junk mail and advertisements.
The storm knocked over our mailbox last night.
Please put the letter in the mailbox.
Every day, I check the mailbox for the letter I'm expecting.
The paint on the mailbox is peeling off and needs to be refreshed.
