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letter

noun

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Meaning

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A character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; also, a written or printed message, typically sent by mail or email.

Example Sentence

She carefully wrote a letter to her grandmother, updating her on all the family news and her recent achievements.

Usage Note

Use 'letter' when referring to an individual character in an alphabet (like 'A' or 'B'), or a written communication sent to someone, often by mail or email. It's common in contexts of writing, reading, and personal or official correspondence, or when discussing typography and language structure.