postcode

[ pohst-kohd ]

noun

, British.

1. an official code used by the post office, similar to the U.S. zip code, that adds numbers and letters to addresses to expedite mail delivery.

postcode

/ ˈpəʊstˌkəʊd /

noun

1. a code of letters and digits used as part of a postal address to aid the sorting of mail Also calledpostal code US equivalentzip code

Word History and Origins

Origin of postcode¹

First recorded in 1965–70; post ³ + code

Example Sentences

As at 19 November, the first payments had been triggered in 12 postcode areas in Cumbria, four in Northumberland, and two postcodes in the Scottish Borders which also cover part of England.

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The home secretary has promised to end a "postcode lottery" in policing, as she set out plans to overhaul the work of forces in England and Wales.

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Twin sisters living with heart failure are calling for an end to what they say is a postcode lottery when it comes to accessing services to help with their condition.

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You will need to have the registration number and postcode for each person you are buying a ticket for when the sale begins.

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The postcode lottery of perinatal services is stark.

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