addressing

noun

A process of putting a person's name and address on an item of mail

(linguistics) A mode, manner, or form of direct speech to an audience.

(computing) Any of several methods of locating and accessing information within storage

Roots

directusdress- · Latin · straight, right

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Where does addressing come from?

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