English Reference
noun

mails

n.
US /ˈmeɪɫz/ UK /mˈeɪlz/ mails

  1. 01 A2 Elementary

    the letters and packages that are sent to you or that you send to others.

    the collective body of letters, postcards, and parcels handled by a postal system.

    Simple

    I need to check the mails to see if my new passport has arrived.

    In context

    The receptionist sorted through the morning mails, separating the personal letters from the bulk advertisements and invoices.

  2. 02 B1 Intermediate American English

    the system or service used for sending and delivering letters.

    the national or commercial system responsible for the collection and delivery of correspondence.

    Simple

    The check is in the mails, so you should receive it by Tuesday.

    In context

    Disruptions in the mails during the holiday season often lead to significant delays for small businesses relying on physical shipping.

    postal servicepost
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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Frequent
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