Meaning of the word letterbox in English
What does letterbox mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
letterbox
US /ˈlet̬.ɚ.bɑːks/
UK /ˈlet.ə.bɒks/
Noun
1.
a slot in a door or wall through which mail is delivered
Example:
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The postman pushed the letters through the letterbox.
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I heard a thud as the newspaper landed on the floor after coming through the letterbox.
2.
the effect of displaying a widescreen film on a standard aspect ratio screen by masking the top and bottom of the image
Example:
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Many classic films are presented in letterbox format on television.
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I prefer watching movies without the black bars, but sometimes letterbox is necessary for the original aspect ratio.