postscript

/ˈpɒskrɪpt/; /ˈpɒskrɪpt/; /poʊˈskrɪpt/

Definitions

1. noun

a supplementary or additional note attached to a letter, document, or other item, often added after the main text has been written or printed

“She included a postscript at the end of her letter to wish me happy birthday.”

2. verb

to add a supplementary note or remark, especially one that is not essential to the main text

“He postscripted a note at the end of the report to clarify the data.”

3. noun

the part of a program or document that is used to add supplementary information

“The postscript of the program allowed users to add custom notes to their files.”

4. adjective

relating to or resembling a postscript

“The postscript font was used for the author’s signature.”

Synonyms

  • addendum
  • appendage
  • supplement

Antonyms

  • introduction
  • preface