address — the particulars of the place where someone lives or an organization is situated
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the particulars of the place where someone lives or an organization is situated
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈdres/
Example Sentences
- My GPS can't find this address - it must be in a parallel universe!
- The CEO will address the company's financial crisis tomorrow.
- Please address your complaints to the manager, not to the poor intern.
address
NOUN[/əˈdres/]
the particulars of the place where someone lives or an organization is situated
The mayor addressed the city's traffic problems during the meeting.
The manager addressed the customer's complaint immediately. (📍 Target + 🗣️ Speak → Address)
The team addressed the problem, made steady progress, and achieved success.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'adresser' meaning 'to direct or guide toward,' derived from Latin 'ad-' (to) and 'directus' (straight, directed). The word entered Middle English through Norman French influence.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + dress (from Old French 'drecier', to straighten/direct) = address (to direct toward a place or person)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My GPS can't find this address - it must be in a parallel universe!”
“The CEO will address the company's financial crisis tomorrow.”
“Please address your complaints to the manager, not to the poor intern.”
“We must address climate change before it's too late.”
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