mailbox

noun

(chiefly US) A box into which mail is placed.

A delivery point for mail, a box, compartment or slot for this purpose.

A collection point for mail intended for onward delivery, a secure box or receptacle for this purpose.

(computing) A folder or account for the storage of email; an electronic inbox or mailstore.

Roots

malemail- · Old French · bag, wallet (for letters)buxusbox- · Latin · container

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Where does mailbox come from?

The word mailbox breaks down into 2 roots of Old French and Latin origin: mail, from Old French male (“bag, wallet (for letters)”); and box, from Latin buxus (“container”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.