postage

noun

post·​age ˈpō-stij How to pronounce postage (audio)
1
: the fee for postal service
2
: adhesive stamps or printed indicia representing postal fees

Examples of postage in a Sentence

How much is the postage for this package? Enclose two dollars for postage and handling. I hope I put enough postage on the package.
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No postage is required, but it must be postmarked by today, June 2. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 2 June 2026 Check the Kickstarter campaign site for regional postage costs. — New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2026 Someone in Malta wants two tapes and an album, but postage would be $160. — Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 10 June 2026 To avoid penalties and interest, ask for a manual postmark, buy postage at the counter or purchase a certificate of mailing. — Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for postage

Word History

First Known Use

1536, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of postage was in 1536

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“Postage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/postage. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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postage

noun
post·​age ˈpō-stij How to pronounce postage (audio)
: the charge fixed by law for carrying an article by mail

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