affix

UK /ˈæf.ɪks/ US /ˈæf.ɪks/
noun 4verb 3

Definitions

noun

1

A bound morpheme added to a word’s stem, such as a prefix or suffix.

A prefix is an affix that joins to the beginning of another word. Depending on the prefix, it can slightly or significantly alter the meaning of a word. For example, the English prefix “un-” changes a word into its opposite, as from “do” to “undo,” altering its meaning entirely.

2

That which is affixed; an appendage.

3

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

4

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

verb

1

To attach.

to affix a stigma to a person

to affix ridicule or blame to somebody

2

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

to affix a syllable to a word

to affix a seal to an instrument

3

To fix or fasten figuratively.

eyes affixed upon the ground

Look thou no further, but affix thine eye/On that bright, shiny, round, still moving mass,/The house of blessed gods, which men call sky,/All sow'd with glist'ring stars more thick than grass...

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