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Present participle for to make contact or communication with
“Address any queries you may have to the manager.”
Present participle for to speak to a formal gathering
“She will address a conference on human rights next week.”
Present participle for to speak to or communicate with
“They went along with their shipmates to the beautiful wooden chapel and heard Father Duncan address his charges in native speech.”
Present participle for to devote effort to something
“Fortunately, recent studies have begun to address these important issues.”
Present participle for to inscribe (an address), usually on an envelope
“Depending upon the size of the mailing, consider hiring some high school kids you know to address the envelopes.”
Present participle for to greet by, or designate with, a name, nickname or handle
“Despite knowing her real name, they still address her as Bridey or Molly.”
Present participle for to greet, especially formally
“It was his ability to address the audience and include them, all of them, even me.”
Present participle for to prepare oneself or pay attention to
“Walk around to address the ball while keeping the marker in view.”
(somewhat rare) Present participle for to occupy (oneself) diligently
“Please address yourself to your homework rather than the television.”
Act of posting or expressing by addressing
Action of addressing a person or thing
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