postcard

[pōstˌkärd]

postcard Definition

a card for sending a message by mail without an envelope, typically having a photograph or other illustration on one side.

Using postcard: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "postcard" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I sent her a postcard from my vacation.

• Example

  He collects vintage postcards from around the world.

• Example

  The postcard had a beautiful picture of the beach on it.

postcard Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for postcard

• card
• note
• correspondence

Phrases with postcard

• picture postcard

  a postcard with a photograph or other illustration on one side

  Example

  She bought a picture postcard of the Eiffel Tower to send to her family.

• send a postcard

  to mail a postcard to someone

  Example

  Don't forget to send a postcard to your grandparents while you're on vacation.

• collect postcards

  to gather and accumulate postcards as a hobby

  Example

  He has been collecting postcards from all over the world for years.

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Summary: postcard in Brief

A 'postcard' [pōstˌkärd] is a card that can be sent through the mail without an envelope. It usually has a photograph or illustration on one side and is used for sending messages. Examples include 'I sent her a postcard from my vacation' and 'He collects vintage postcards from around the world.' Phrases like 'picture postcard' and 'send a postcard' are common.