mailable

[ mey-luh-buhl ]

adjective

1. legally acceptable as mail, as in terms of content, size, or weight.

Other Words From

• maila·bili·ty noun
• un·maila·ble adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of mailable¹

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; mail ¹ + -able

Example Sentences

All letters and other mailable matter addressed to or sent by the Governor of Canada.

From Project Gutenberg

One hundred and sixty dollars and other mailable matter were found where he said they were concealed.

From Project Gutenberg