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Snail mail
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Meanings of Snail mail
Noun
- A way to send letters and packages using the post office, slower than email.
Explanation of the word: Snail mail
Snail mail is a fun way to send letters and packages through the post office. It's called 'snail' mail because it takes longer than sending messages on a phone or computer, just like a snail moves slowly.
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Translations for the word: Snail mail
hindi
स्नेल मेल (Snail Mail)
sneil mel
पत्र (Patra)
patra
चिट्ठी (Chitthi)
chitthi
Synonyms for the word: Snail mail
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Snail mail
What does 'snail mail' mean?
'Snail mail' is a fun way to talk about regular mail that is sent through the post office, like letters and packages, instead of using email or texting.
How do you pronounce 'snail mail'?
You say 'snail mail' like this: 'snail' rhymes with 'fail' and 'mail' sounds like 'male'.
What is the origin of the term 'snail mail'?
The term 'snail mail' started being used in the 1980s. It compares the speed of regular mail to a snail, which is very slow!
What is the meaning of 'snail mail' in Bengali?
The word 'snail mail' in Bengali is 'সাধারণ ডাক' (Sādhāraṇ Dāk).