English

Noun

freepost ‎(uncountable)

1. (chiefly Britain) A postal service allowing a person to send mail without affixing postage, the recipient paying when collecting the mail.
   • 2013, Robin Flowerdew, ‎David M. Martin, Methods in Human Geography

     There are greater constraints on the complexity and length of the questionnaire: if it is not short, simple and easy to complete the respondent is likely to bin it. A stamped addressed envelope or a freepost number can be used to facilitate return.

   • 2013, Nigel Bradley, Marketing Research: Tools and Techniques

     There is a belief that real postage stamps lead to a greater response. This seems to be because respondents see the stamp as money and are less likely to throw it away; in comparison, a freepost or pre-paid envelope is worthless.

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