shadowpost
nounUK /ˈʃædəʊpəʊst/
US /ˈʃædoʊpoʊst/
A shadowpost is a pretend post that only exists in shadows and games.
The kids drew a shadowpost on the wall with chalk.
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2. A secret message left in a hidden place.
She found a shadowpost tucked under the bench.
3. A spot where a shadow always falls at noon.
The old tree made a shadowpost on the grass.
4. A pretend mailbox used in make-believe games.
We mailed letters to the shadowpost in the corner.