fourth-class

fourth-class

adj
(Philately) of or relating to mail that is carried at the lowest rate
adv
(Philately) by fourth-class mail
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fourth′ class′


n.
(in the U.S. Postal Service) the class of mail consisting of merchandise weighing one pound or more and not sealed against inspection.
[1860–65, Amer.]

fourth′-class′



adj.
1. of, pertaining to, or designated as a class next below third.
adv.
2. by fourth-class mail.
[1860–65]
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