mail drop

noun

1. a receptacle or one of a series of pigeonholelike slots, as in an office, into which incoming mail is placed for pickup.
2. drop ( def 12 ).

mail drop

noun

1. a receptacle or chute for mail

Word History and Origins

Origin of mail drop¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

As election day 2024 nears, Californians will soon begin voting by mail, drop box and in person.

From Los Angeles Times

Moments will delight us, such as finding a not-so-hidden illuminated mail drop.

From Los Angeles Times

“The system is going to be tested in every possible way, whether it’s voter registration, applications for ballots, poll workers, the mail, drop boxes, election results websites,” said Tammy Patrick, chief executive for programs at the National Association of Election Officials.

From New York Times

Ballots dated before the Nov. 7 general election return deadline sat uncounted in one Seattle mail drop of box voters complained to King County.

From Seattle Times

The problem has only gotten worse and postal authorities and bank officials are warning Americans to avoid mailing checks if possible, or at least to use a secure mail drop such as inside the post office.

From Seattle Times