expanded code

noun

See under zip code.

Words nearby expanded code

exotropia, exp, exp., expand, expanded, expanded code, expanded metal, expanded plastic, expander, expanding universe, expanding universe theory

Definition for expanded code (2 of 2)

zip code

or ZIP code, Zip code

noun

a system used in the U.S. to facilitate the delivery of mail, consisting of a five- or nine-digit code printed directly after the address, the first five digits (initial code) indicating the state and post office or postal zone, the last four (expanded code) the box section or number, portion of a rural route, building, or other specific delivery location.

Origin of zip code

1960–65, Americanism; Z(one) I(mprovement) P(rogram)

British Dictionary definitions for expanded code

zip code

noun

the US equivalent of postcode

Word Origin for zip code

C20: from z ( one) i ( mprovement) p ( lan)