mailing

¹ American  

[mey-ling] / ˈmeɪ lɪŋ /

noun

1. a batch of mail, as of form letters, catalogs, or monthly statements, sent by a mailer mail mailer at one time.

   an enthusiastic response to our latest mailing.

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mailing ² American  

[mey-ling] / ˈmeɪ lɪŋ /

noun

Scot.

1. a rented farm.

2. the rent paid by a tenant farmer.

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Etymology

Origin of mailing¹

First recorded in 1945–50; mail ¹ + -ing ¹

Origin of mailing²

First recorded in 1425–75

Example Sentences

But a look at the sample mailings show the Freedom Foundation or its Opt Out Today slogan is clearly visible on the mailings.

From The Wall Street Journal

Our holiday preview has everything you need, no shopping, mailing, inviting or cooking required.

From Los Angeles Times

Poshmark makes selling and shipping clothes and small household items practically as easy as slapping on a prepaid mailing label.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ground Game LA has alleged that the reporters tried to assume control of the site, claiming they improperly took and used its trademarked name, its mailing list and other materials.

From Los Angeles Times

After mailing in the requested IRS form, he was told he wouldn’t be notified when his account status changed.

From The Wall Street Journal