Meaning of the word "surface mail" in English

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surface mail

US /ˈsɜːr.fɪs meɪl/
UK /ˈsɜːr.fɪs meɪl/
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Noun

1.

mail that is transported by land or sea rather than by air

Example:
The package was sent by surface mail to save on shipping costs.
Expect longer delivery times for surface mail compared to airmail.
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