addressable

[ uh-dres-uh-buhl ]

adjective

1. capable of being addressed.
2. Television. (of a cable-TV system) capable of addressing or calling up any available channel.
3. Computers. (of stored information) capable of being accessed.

addressable

/ əˈdrɛsəbəl /

adjective

1. computing possessing or capable of being reached by an address

Derived Forms

• adˌdressaˈbility, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of addressable¹

First recorded in 1950–55; address + -able

Example Sentences

The number of addressable consumers in any given postcode is far smaller than the cities.

From BBC

He is convinced that the unique structure with its large pores, which are chemically addressable, will stimulate further research -- for example, in the domain of energy harvesting and storage.

From Science Daily

Home Depot said that when taking the deal into account, it now believes its total addressable market is approximately $1 trillion, an increase of approximately $50 billion.

From Seattle Times

"Given its historic brand and loyal customer base, we believe the company is well-positioned to drive strong top-line growth, maintain its attractive margin profile, and expand its addressable market," analysts at Jefferies said.

From Reuters

Dojo can open up new addressable markets that "extend well beyond selling vehicles at a fixed price," Morgan Stanley analysts led by Adam Jonas wrote in a note on Sunday.

From Reuters