"POSTNET" meaning in All languages combined

See POSTNET on Wiktionary

Proper name [English]

Etymology: Short for "postal numeric encoding technique". Head templates: {{en-prop}} POSTNET
  1. A barcode symbology used by the United States postal service, based on the zip code, to assist in directing mail.
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