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postcards

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈpoʊˌskɑɹdz// UK //pˈəʊstkɑːdz// post·cards

n. thick cards with a picture on one side that you send through the mail without an envelope.

n. rectangular cards intended for writing and mailing without an envelope, typically featuring a photograph or illustration on one side.


SIMPLE

I always send postcards to my family when I travel.

CONTEXTUAL

The gift shop sells a wide variety of postcards featuring local landmarks and scenic views of the coast.

COMPLEX

While digital messaging has largely replaced traditional correspondence, many travelers still enjoy the tactile ritual of selecting and mailing physical postcards to friends back home.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with the verbs 'send', 'write', or 'mail'.

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