Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-care-of
phrase
/ɪn kɛr ʌv/
Definition
A term used in mailing to indicate that the recipient’s mail should be directed to a third party, often used when the recipient is not at their usual address.
Examples
- Please send the package in-care-of John Smith at the new address.
- The letter was addressed to Jane Doe in-care-of the local library.
Meaning
It signifies that the mail is to be sent to a person or organization that will forward it to the intended recipient.
Synonyms
- care of
- in care of
- c/o
