mail drop

noun

1. a receptacle or one of a series of pigeonholelike slots, as in an office, into which incoming mail is placed for pickup.

2. drop.

mail drop

noun

1. a receptacle or chute for mail

Word History and Origins

Origin of mail drop¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

As election day 2025 nears, Californians will soon begin voting by mail, drop box and in person.

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You can vote by mail, drop your ballot in a box, or show up at a polling place on election day if you forgot to register to vote.

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As election day 2024 nears, Californians will soon begin voting by mail, drop box and in person.

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Moments will delight us, such as finding a not-so-hidden illuminated mail drop.

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“The system is going to be tested in every possible way, whether it’s voter registration, applications for ballots, poll workers, the mail, drop boxes, election results websites,” said Tammy Patrick, chief executive for programs at the National Association of Election Officials.

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