What does the cryptic crossword clue "After a short time, get hold of small items put in the post (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "i". The wordplay uses a deletion. JIFFY (synonym="a short time") + BAG (synonym="acquire=") + S (synonym="small") = JIFFYBAGS The answer is JIFFYBAGS.

After a short time, get hold of small items put in the post (5,4)

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