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franked

 

[ fræŋkd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

postal service

Franked refers to the process of marking a letter or package as having postage paid, typically used by government officials and certain organizations. This allows them to send mail without a standard postage stamp. Franking is an essential function in postal services, allowing for efficient communication, especially in governmental contexts. The term also extends to any situation where something is approved or authorized without the normal cost or fee associated with it.

Synonyms

approved, authorized, postage-paid

Examples of usage

  • The senator franked his letters to constituents.
  • The company uses franked mail for its internal communications.
  • Public officials can send franked mail without paying postage.

Translations

Translations of the word "franked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 franqueado

🇮🇳 फ्रैंक किया हुआ

🇩🇪 freigemacht

🇮🇩 diberi cap

🇺🇦 франкований

🇵🇱 frankowany

🇯🇵 フランクされた

🇫🇷 affranchi

🇪🇸 franqueado

🇹🇷 frankolu

🇰🇷 프랭크된

🇸🇦 مُعَفَّرة

🇨🇿 frankovaný

🇸🇰 frankovaný

🇨🇳 已付邮资的

🇸🇮 frankiran

🇮🇸 frágreitt

🇰🇿 франкталған

🇬🇪 ფრანკირებული

🇦🇿 frank edilmiş

🇲🇽 franqueado

Word origin

The term 'franked' originates from the word 'franking', which dates back to the early 19th century when postal privileges were extended to certain governmental officials. The practice of franking was introduced to facilitate communication within the government and to allow officials to send correspondence without financial burden. The word 'frank' itself derives from the French word 'franc', meaning free, indicating that something is done without cost. Over time, the use of franking expanded to other contexts, symbolizing permission or approval in various administrative processes. The concept of franking has evolved with technology, transitioning into the digital age where electronic franking systems are commonplace.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,536 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.