postal code

/ˌpoʊstəl ˈkoʊd/
/ˈpʌʊstəl kəʊd/
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Definitions of postal code
  1. noun
    a code of letters and digits added to a postal address to aid in the sorting of mail
    synonyms: ZIP, ZIP code, postcode
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    type of:
    code
    a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy
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