Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
address-a-letter-to
phrase
/əˈdrɛs ə ˈlɛtər tu/
Definition
To specify the recipient’s name and address on a letter or envelope before sending it.
Examples
- Before sending out holiday greetings, remember to address the letters to your friends and family.
- She carefully addressed the letter to her grandmother, ensuring it was sent to the right town.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the action of writing down the person’s name and address so that the letter is delivered to the correct location.
Synonyms
- Label a letter to
- Direct a letter to
- Send a letter to
