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third class

/ˌˈθʌrd ˌklæs/
/θəd klɑs/
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Other forms: third classes

Definitions of third class
  1. noun
    inexpensive accommodations on a ship or train
    synonyms: tourist class
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    type of:
    accommodation
    living quarters provided for public convenience
  2. noun
    mail consisting of printed matter qualifying for reduced postal rates
    synonyms: third-class mail
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    types:
    junk mail
    third-class mail consisting of advertising and often addressed to `resident' or `occupant'
    type of:
    mail
    the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service
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