Meaning of Postscript | Babel Free
ˈpoʊst.skɹɪptDefinitions
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An addendum to a letter, added after the author's signature. countable
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An addition to a story, play, etc. after its completion. countable
Equivalents
Български
послепис
Ελληνικά
υστερόγραφο
Esperanto
postskribo
Gàidhlig
eàrr-sgrìobhadh
हिन्दी
पुनश्च
Português
pós-escrito
Русский
постскри́птум
ไทย
ปัจฉิมลิขิต
Tagalog
tighabol
Tiếng Việt
tái bút
Examples
“As a rule Julian dictated to secretaries, and so fast that Libanius says the "tachygraphers" were unable to keep pace with him, but certain postscripts are marked "with his own hand."”
“In a moving post-script to the novel, Forster tells the reader that the book was inspired by a visit to the home of Edward Carpenter.”
“And then a curious postscript: I share your dislike of the shortening of names but I must say that I'm not sure 'Alexandra' is entirely suitable for you. It seems to me that you require a name with rather more brio. I see you as a 'Lexie'. What do you think?”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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