ZIP + 4

[zip pluhs fawr, fohr]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a zip code of nine digits, used to facilitate accurate and prompt delivery of mail.

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Actually the awesome thing was officially "implemented" in the fall of 1983, but only 4% of all items in the mail carry "ZIP + 4."