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Meaning of the word address in English

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address

US /ˈæd.res/
UK /əˈdres/
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Noun

1.

the particulars of the place where someone lives or an organization is situated

Example:
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Please write your name and address on the form.
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What's your current mailing address?
Synonym:
location residence domicile abode whereabouts
2.

a formal speech delivered to an audience

Example:
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The president delivered a powerful address to the nation.
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Her farewell address moved everyone in the room.
Synonym:
speech lecture oration discourse talk

Verb

1.

to speak to (a person or an assembly)

Example:
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The speaker will address the audience after the presentation.
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He decided to address the issue directly.
Synonym:
speak to talk to lecture deal with tackle
2.

to write an address on (an envelope or package)

Example:
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Don't forget to address the letter before you mail it.
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She carefully addressed each invitation.
Synonym:
label mark direct send to
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address bar address book IP address mailing address return address email address forwarding address