Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
affix
Verb / Noun
/əˈfɪks/
Definition
To attach or fasten something to something else.
Examples
- She decided to affix the stamp to the envelope.
- The teacher explained how to use the prefix ‘un-‘ to affix new meaning to certain words.
Meaning
An affix is a part added to a word to change its meaning or grammatical function. It can be a prefix or suffix.
Synonyms
- Attach
- Fasten
- Stick
- Connect
