fourth class

noun

1

: a class or group ranking fourth in a series

2

a

: a class of mail in the U.S. that comprises merchandise and non-second-class printed matter weighing over 8 oz. and not sealed against inspection

b

: a class of mail in Canada that comprises merchandise and printed matter exceeding certain weights

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