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(noun) (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored. Synonyms: computer address, reference.
Noun Definition 1
(noun) the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with.
Noun Definition 2
(noun) the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience. Synonyms: speech. Example: "He listened to an address on minor roman poets."
Noun Definition 3
(noun) the manner of speaking to another individual. Example: "He failed in his manner of address to the captain."
Noun Definition 4
(noun) a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described.
Noun Definition 5
(noun) written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location. Synonyms: destination, name and address.
Noun Definition 6
(verb) speak to. Synonyms: turn to. Example: "He addressed the crowd outside the window."
Verb Definition 1
(verb) give a speech to. Synonyms: speak. Example: "The chairman addressed the board of trustees."
Verb Definition 2
(verb) address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question.
Verb Definition 5
(verb) greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name. Synonyms: call. Examples: "He always addresses me with `sir'." "Call me mister." "She calls him by first name."
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(verb) act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression. Synonyms: cover, treat, handle, plow, deal. Examples: "This book deals with incest." "The course covered all of western civilization." "The new book treats the history of china."
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