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Post

UK /["/pəʊst/"]/US /["/pəʊst/"]/

Definition

after

In simple words: To send or put something somewhere, especially online.

Examples

a postgraduate
a post-Impressionist
the post-1945 period

Usage notes

Commonly used when sharing information online, like on social media. Be careful not to confuse it with 'mail' when referring to physical letters.

Grammar pattern

post + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'post' like putting something on a wall – you share it with everyone.

Collocations

post a message
post a photo
post online
post a comment

Synonyms

share
publish
upload
announce
express

Antonyms

remove
delete

Common mistakes

Confused with 'past' in writing.
Using 'post' without an object, like just saying 'I'm going to post.'
Mixing up 'post' with 'upload' – posting can include sharing, not just uploading.