What does address mean?
Address means Direction..
Address
/əˈdɹɛs/ · noun
Meaning
Direction..
Definitions by Sense
- Direction.
- Preparation.
- (intransitive, obsolete) To prepare oneself.
- (intransitive, obsolete) To direct speech.
- (transitive, obsolete) To aim; to direct.
- (transitive, obsolete) To prepare or make ready.
- (transitive, reflexive) To prepare oneself; to apply one's skill or energies (to some object); to betake.
- (reflexive) To direct one’s remarks (to someone).
Example Sentences
Let us address to tend on Hector's heels.
Young Turnus to the Beaubteous Maid addreſs’d.
And this good knight his way with me addrest.
His foe was soone addrest.
Then Turnus, from his chariot, leaping light, Addreſs’d himſelf on foot to ſingle fight.
The five foolish virgins addressed themselves at the noise of the bridegroom's coming.
These men addressed themselves to the task.
[…] good heavens! dumplings for supper! One young fellow in a green box coat, addressed himself to these dumplings in a most direful manner.
Synonyms for address
Antonyms for address
Related Words
Word Forms
- addresses
- addressing
- addressed
- addrest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for address?
Common synonyms include beclothe, dight, put on, accouter.
What is the opposite of address?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use address in a sentence?
Let us address to tend on Hector's heels.
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