Meaning of the word "to whom it may concern" in English

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to whom it may concern

US /tə huːm ɪt meɪ kənˈsɜːrn/
UK /tə huːm ɪt meɪ kənˈsɜːrn/
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Phrase

1.

a formal salutation used when the recipient's name is unknown or when the letter is addressed to an organization rather than an individual

Example:
I started the cover letter with 'To Whom It May Concern' as I didn't know the hiring manager's name.
The official notice was addressed 'To Whom It May Concern'.
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