post office directory
now chiefly historical
noun
A directory published annually by the Post Office and listing alphabetically the residents, tradesmen, businesses, etc., in a particular area, together with their addresses and (latterly) telephone numbers.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in Post-Office Annual Directory: London.
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