Post
/pəʊst/
Definitions
- (n.) A position of duty or employment, especially in a public office.
He was assigned to a diplomatic post in Paris.
- (n.) A physical vertical support, such as a pole or stake.
The fence was held up by wooden posts.
- (v.) To send or dispatch by mail or electronically.
She posted the letter yesterday.
- (v.) To publish or announce information, especially online.
The lawyer posted the court’s decision on the website.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, use “post” carefully to distinguish between a position held and the act of sending or publishing, as context determines meaning.
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