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affix

noun

Meaning

  • That which is affixed; an appendage.

  • A bound morpheme added to the word’s stem's end.

  • (broadly) A bound morpheme added to a word’s stem; a prefix, suffix etc.

  • The complex number a+bi associated with the point in the Gauss plane with coordinates (a,b).

  • (decorative art) Any small feature, as a figure, a flower, or the like, added for ornament to a vessel or other utensil, to an architectural feature.

Synonyms

addition,
supplement,
postfix,
suffix

verb

Meaning

  • To attach.

    "to affix a stigma to a person"

  • To subjoin, annex, or add at the close or end; to append to.

    "to affix a seal to an instrument"

  • To fix or fasten figuratively; with on or upon.

    "eyes affixed upon the ground"

Synonyms

join,
put together,
unite