self-addressed
Americanadjective
adjective
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addressed for return to the sender
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directed to oneself
a self-addressed remark
Etymology
Origin of self-addressed
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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This month, Jordan releases a second solo EP, For You: a self-addressed collection of tracks that, in part, reflect on their queerness.
From The Guardian ● May 25, 2020
To avoid passing postage costs on to our survey takers, we put a self-addressed stamped envelope in the magazine.
From Slate ● Mar. 11, 2020
A couple who married at a botanical garden put out self-addressed, stamped postcards featuring botanical prints, on which guests could write well wishes and marital advice.
From Seattle Times ● May 15, 2016
“He actually sent me a self-addressed envelope so I could send him a check,” Howe said.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 23, 2014
The Exchange rules are easily complied with, and may be had on application, enclosing self-addressed and two-cent stamped envelope.
From Harper's Round Table, June 4, 1895 by Various
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