post

/pɔst/

Definitions

1. noun

A piece of wood or other material fixed upright in the ground to carry a sign or other object.

“The post stood at the entrance of the park.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is placed or standing in a certain position, especially a fixed point or position in a series.

“She was at the post in the relay race.”

3. noun

A message or communication sent over the internet, especially one sent on a social media platform.

“The company received a lot of negative posts on their Facebook page.”

4. verb

To fix or drive something into the ground so that it stands upright.

“We need to post the fence in the backyard.”

5. verb

To send or put something somewhere, especially in a public place.

“The company will post their new advertisements in the newspaper.”

6. verb

To be or remain in a particular place or position.

“He posted at his desk for eight hours.”

7. verb

To publish or display information, especially in an online context.

“The website will post the news article soon.”

8. verb

To hold or maintain a particular attitude or opinion.

“She posted a strong opinion on the social media platform.”

9. verb

To take part in or be a member of a team or organization.

“He posted as a member of the football team.”

10. verb

To arrive or be at a place, especially at a particular time.

“The bus will post at the station at 8 am.”

11. adjective

Having a post or posts.

“The tree had a post at its base.”

12. adjective

Having posts or pillars to support something.

“The building had a post-and-beam construction.”

Synonyms

  • column
  • pillar
  • stand
  • stay
  • stick
  • support

Antonyms

  • destroy
  • erect
  • pull
  • remove
  • take