~ 1
■ noun letters and parcels sent by post.
↘( N. Amer. & W. Indian also the ~s ) the postal system.
↘ Computing e~.
■ verb send by post.
↘ Computing send e~ to.
Derivatives
~able adjective
Origin
ME (in the sense 'travelling bag'): from OFr. male 'wallet', of W. Gmc origin.
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~ 2
■ noun
1》 historical armour made of metal rings or plates joined together flexibly.
2》 the protective shell or scales of certain animals.
■ verb [often as adjective ~ed ] clothe or cover with ~.
Origin
ME: from OFr. ~le , from L. macula 'spot or mesh'.