n.
- the particulars of the place where a person lives or an organization is situated.
- Computing a binary number identifying a location in a data storage system or computer memory.
- a formal speech.
▸archaic a person's manner of speaking.
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(addresses)
archaic courteous or amorous approaches.
- dated skill, dexterity, or readiness.
v.
- write someone's name and address on (an envelope or parcel).
- speak formally to.
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(address something to)
direct one's remarks to.
- think about and begin to deal with.
- Golf prepare to hit (the ball).
Derivative
- addressee n.
- addresser n.
Etymology
ME (as v. in the senses ‘set upright’ and ‘guide, direct’): from OFr., based on L. ad- ‘towards’ + directus (see direct).