Meaning of the word postbox in English

What does postbox mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

postbox

US /ˈpoʊst.bɑːks/
UK /ˈpəʊst.bɒks/

Noun

a public box in which letters and parcels are placed for collection by the post office

Example:
I dropped the letter into the nearest postbox.
The red postbox stood at the corner of the street.