post
post
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling: /poʊst/
Syllable Breakdown:
po: /poʊ/
/p/ - voiceless bilabial stop
/oʊ/ - long open-mid back unrounded vowel
st: /st/
/s/ - voiceless alveolar fricative
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
Word Form Variations
Noun:
Singular: post
Plural: posts
Verb:
Base form: post
Past tense: posted
Past participle: posted
Present participle: posting
Adjective:
Post (e.g., post-war, post-modern)
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
A vertical structure, often made of wood or metal, used for supporting something.
Synonyms: pillar, pole, column
Antonyms: beam, plank
A place of employment, especially a military or government office.
Synonyms: station, office, outpost
Antonyms: home, residence
A written message or announcement, often displayed publicly.
Synonyms: notice, advertisement, bulletin
Antonyms: private message, secret
A social media platform or online forum.
Synonyms: platform, network, site
Antonyms: private chat, personal message
Verb
To place or fix something in a particular position, especially vertically.
Synonyms: set, place, erect
Antonyms: remove, take down
To send or publish something, especially on a website or social media.
Synonyms: publish, upload, share
Antonyms: delete, remove
To write or send a letter or message.
Synonyms: mail, write, send
Antonyms: receive, reply
Adjective
Relating to or occurring after a particular event or time.
Synonyms: after, subsequent, following
Antonyms: pre, before
Having the characteristics of a post-modern society or culture.
Synonyms: modern, contemporary, innovative
Antonyms: traditional, classic
Adverb
In a position after something else.
Synonyms: afterward, later, subsequently
Antonyms: before, previously
Examples of Use
Books
Literary Use: "He posted a letter to his parents, hoping they would receive it soon." (Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice)
Academic Use: "The researcher posted her findings on the university website." (A scientific journal article)
Newspapers
News Headline: "Post Office Announces New Delivery Schedule" (The New York Times)
Article Body: "The social media post went viral, sparking a national debate." (The Washington Post)
Online Publications
Blog Post: "How to Create Engaging Social Media Posts" (HuffPost)
Website: "Job Posting: Seeking Experienced Software Engineer" (LinkedIn)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
Movie Title: Post Mortem (a Netflix horror film)
TV Show: The Late Late Show with James Corden (a late-night talk show)
Social Media: "I just posted a new photo of my cat on Instagram." (A social media user)
General Public Discourse
Conversation: "Did you see that funny post on Facebook yesterday?"
Announcement: "The store will be closed for renovations. Please check our website for updates." (A store announcement)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Post
"Every post is honorable in which a man can serve his country."
— George Washington"The artist must train not only his eye but also his soul."
— Wassily Kandinsky"Men may die, but the fabrics of free institutions remain unshaken."
— Chester A. Arthur"An army is a nation within a nation, it is one of the vices of courage."
— Alfred de Vigny"If you build a post-empire world based on rationality, you have to be prepared for a lot of irrational behavior."
— Tim O'Reilly"It is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done better."
— Theodore Roosevelt"You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life."
— Winston Churchill"Post-truth is pre-fascism."
— Timothy Snyder"The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining."
— John F. Kennedy"Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred."
— Martin Luther King Jr.
These quotes incorporate the word "post" in various contexts, from service to reflections on societal change and the concept of truth.
Etymology
The word "post" has a long and interesting history. It comes from an old Latin word called "postis," which meant "a doorpost" or "a gatepost."
Over time, the meaning of "postis" changed and expanded. It started to refer to any kind of upright structure, like a pillar or a pole. It also came to mean a place of employment, like a military post or a government office.
Eventually, "post" began to be used to describe a written message or announcement, like a letter or a notice. This is because people would often post these messages on public places, like bulletin boards or walls.
Today, we still use "post" in all of these ways. We can talk about a post office, a social media post, or a doorpost. The word has come a long way since its ancient Latin origins!
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Post
Common Phrases:
Post-mortem: A detailed examination of a death or failure.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): A mental health condition triggered by a terrifying event.
Post-it note: A small, sticky note often used for leaving messages.
Post-dated check: A check written with a future date.
Less Common Phrases and Idioms:
To post a guard: To station a guard at a particular place.
To post a reward: To offer a reward for information or assistance.
To post a question: To ask a question publicly, often online.
To post a bail: To pay a sum of money to secure the release of someone from jail.
Original Phrases and Idioms with Synonyms:
To post a new chapter: To start a new phase of life.
To post a warning: To give a caution or alert.
To post a challenge: To present a difficult task or problem.
To post a record: To set a new best achievement or performance.
To post a comment: To leave a remark or opinion, often online.
Note: While "post" is not as common in idioms as some other words, it can be used effectively in various phrases and expressions, especially when related to position, publication, or time.
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Definition of post from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
