Mail address or mailing address
Both "mail address" and "mailing address" are commonly used terms, but they have slightly different meanings:
Mail Address: A mail address is a specific address where mail or packages can be sent to a person or organization. It typically includes the recipient's name, street address, city, state or province, zip code or postal code, and country. For example:
John Doe 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345 USA
In this context, a mail address is often used to refer to the address where someone receives their mail, such as their home or office address.
Mailing Address: A mailing address is a broader term that refers to the address where mail or packages are sent, regardless of whether it's a physical location or a post office box. A mailing address can be a:
- Physical address: a specific location where mail can be delivered, such as a home or office.
- Post office box (PO box): a mailbox rented at a post office or mail center, where mail is held for pickup.
- General delivery address: a special address where mail is held for pickup at a post office or mail center, often used by travelers or individuals without a fixed address.
For example:
John Doe 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345 USA (physical address) or John Doe PO Box 123 Anytown, CA 12345 USA (post office box)
In summary:
- "Mail address" typically refers to a specific physical address where mail is delivered.
- "Mailing address" is a broader term that can refer to any address where mail is sent, including physical addresses, post office boxes, or general delivery addresses.