IP address

noun

: the numeric address of a computer on the Internet

Examples of IP address in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
That IP address was ultimately traced back to McMahon's home, and investigators executed a search warrant on Tuesday. Ashley Paul, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025 The music labels assert that Cox was sent numerous notices of IP addresses violating copyright and refused to act. Dave Lozo, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2025 The coalition argues Cox was sent numerous notices of specific IP addresses repeatedly violating music copyrights and that Cox's failure to terminate those IP addresses from internet access means that Cox should face the music. Alyssa Kapasi, NPR, 1 Dec. 2025 The two main purposes of having a VPN are to gain a dedicated IP address and to protect your data online. Alexander Cox, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for IP address

Word History

Etymology

Internet protocol

First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of IP address was in 1985

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“IP address.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/IP%20address. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

IP address

noun
: the address of a computer on the Internet that consists of a series of numbers
Etymology

IP short for Internet protocol

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!