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posted

The correct spelling is posted.

How to pronounce posted

/pəʊstɪd/
verb

IPA: /pəʊstɪd/

Say it like: Pos-ted

The correct spelling is posted. To hang (a notice) in a conspicuous manner for general review. For example: "Post no bills."

Usage Examples

Post no bills.

to post someone for cowardice

Since Jim was new to the game, he had to post $4 in order to receive a hand.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To hang (a notice) in a conspicuous manner for general review.
  2. 2.To hold up to public blame or reproach; to advertise opprobriously; to denounce by public proclamation.
  3. 3.To carry (an account) from the journal to the ledger.
  4. 4.To inform; to give the news to; to make acquainted with the details of a subject; often with up.
  5. 5.To pay (a blind).

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