mailing list

American  

noun

1. a list of addresses to which mail, especially advertisements, can be sent.

2. Computers.

   1. a list of email addresses to which messages, usually on a specific topic, are sent.

   2. an online discussion group whose messages are distributed to subscribers through email.

      the early American history mailing list.

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mailing list British  

noun

1. a register of names and addresses to which advertising matter, etc, is sent by post or electronic mail

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Etymology

Origin of mailing list

1905–10

Example Sentences

The company had to immediately launch an independent website, reconstruct its mailing list from scratch—the release of its data, along with $20 million in endowment funds, is still being litigated—and sell tickets for its shows.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Ground Game LA argues that the journalists essentially tried to hijack the news outlet, taking its trademarked name, stealing its confidential mailing list and misrepresenting themselves as the outlet’s rightful leaders.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2025

Some residents asked to be put on a mailing list to stay updated.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2024

The website offers fans the chance to join a mailing list, which is run by the Stones' record label, Universal Music.

From BBC • Aug. 23, 2023

Every weekday he sends a message out to his mailing list.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali