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mailing

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[ mey-ling ]
/ ˈmeɪ lɪŋ /
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noun
a batch of mail, as of form letters, catalogs, or monthly statements, sent by a mailer at one time: an enthusiastic response to our latest mailing.
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Origin of mailing

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First recorded in 1945–50; mail1 + -ing1

Other definitions for mailing (2 of 2)

mailing2
[ mey-ling ]
/ ˈmeɪ lɪŋ /

noun Scot.
a rented farm.
the rent paid by a tenant farmer.

Origin of mailing

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First recorded in 1425–75
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