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frank·ing machine
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franking machinenoun
a machine that automatically stamps letters or packages passing through it and computes the total charge
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franking machine
Franking comprises all devices, markings, or combinations thereof ("franks") applied to mails of any class which qualifies them to be postally serviced. Types of franks include uncanceled and precanceled postage stamps (both adhesive and printed on postal stationery), impressions applied via postage meter (via so-called "postage evidencing systems"), official use "Penalty" franks, Business Reply Mail (BRM), and other permit Imprints (Indicia), manuscript and facsimile "franking privilege" signatures, "soldier's mail" markings, and any other forms authorized by the 192 postal administrations that are members of the Universal Postal Union.
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franking machine
A franking machine is a device used by businesses to accurately weigh and stamp mail and packages with the appropriate postage. This eliminates the need for individual stamps, and allows companies to process large volumes of mail quickly and efficiently. The machine uses a prepaid account to print a barcode on the mail item that represents the required postage.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of franking machine in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of franking machine in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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