1. of or relating to the collection and study of postage stamps and related postal materials

Examples

• She has a philatelic collection that includes rare stamps from the 19th century.
• The museum opened a new philatelic exhibit featuring stamps from around the world.
• His philatelic interests led him to join a local stamp-collecting club.
• Philatelic societies often hold conventions where collectors buy, sell, and trade stamps.
• The auction house specializes in philatelic items and vintage postal memorabilia.