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address someone as a specific title or attribute

1. to talk to or write to a person, using a particular title. They addressed Abraham Lincoln as "Mr. President."

2. to treat a person you are talking with in a particular manner. You should address him as your equal.

address something to someone

to write someone's name and address on an envelope, package, letter, etc. Gilbert addressed the envelope to Walter.

address comments or remarks to someone

to say something directly to a specific person or group of persons. (See also address oneself to someone; address oneself to something.) George addressed his remarks to everyone.

See also: comment, remark

address oneself to someone

to speak directly to a particular person, rather than someone else. I did not address myself to you!

See also: oneself

address oneself to something

to turn one's complete attention to something, such as a problem or an issue. (See also address something to someone.) Please address yourself to these current, pressing problems.

See also: oneself