addressing
|ad-dress-ing|
B2
/əˈdrɛsɪŋ/
(address)
direct communication or location
Etymology
Etymology Information
'address' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'adresser,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'dresser' meant 'arrange.'
Historical Evolution
'adresser' transformed into the Middle English word 'addresse,' and eventually became the modern English word 'address.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to arrange or direct,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to speak to or deal with.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of speaking to someone directly or dealing with a problem or issue.
She is addressing the audience with confidence.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Verb 2
present participle form of 'address'.
He is addressing the letter to his friend.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35