mail drop

American  

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.

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mail drop British  

noun

1. a receptacle or chute for mail

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Etymology

Origin of mail drop

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times

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.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

“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.

From New York Times