addressees
|ad-dres-sees|
B2
/əˈdrɛsiːz/
(addressee)
intended recipient
Etymology
Etymology Information
'addressee' originates from French, specifically the word 'adresser,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'dresser' meant 'to direct.'
Historical Evolution
'adresser' transformed into the English word 'addressee' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who is addressed,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the people to whom something is addressed, such as a letter or speech.
The addressees of the letter were clearly stated on the envelope.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 17:36