👉 An address fluid, also known as a dynamic or flexible address, is a term used in linguistics and computational linguistics to describe a type of address that can adapt to different contexts and speakers without requiring explicit rewriting. Unlike fixed addresses, which are rigid and specific (like "123 Main Street, Anytown, USA"), address fluids can vary based on the relationship between the speaker and the listener, as well as situational factors. For example, a person might say "Hi, can you pass the salt?" to a friend, but say "Excuse me, sir, could you hand me that book?" to a stranger. This flexibility allows for more natural and context-sensitive communication, making interactions smoother and more adaptable in everyday language use.
