penny mail
The term 'penny mail' has historical significance in both Scottish land rental practices and the evolution of postal services in the UK.
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Definition
C2Scottish History
(historical)Rent paid in money rather than goods or services.
Example
- In 18th century Scotland, tenants often paid penny mail instead of providing agricultural produce.
C2Postal History
(historical)A postal service where letters were delivered at a uniform low rate, typically one penny.
Example
- The introduction of penny mail revolutionized communication in 19th century Britain.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "penny mail":
penny packetold pennypenny sterlingpenny antepin moneypenny dreadfulsnail mailpigeon posttwo penn'orthpostage stamp