affix
noun
UK/ˈæf.ɪks/
US/ˈæf.ɪks/
Definitions of affix noun
- Countablelanguagespecialized
A letter or group of letters added to either the beginning or the end of a word to modify its meaning or create a new word.
The affix "pre-" is often added to the beginning of words, such as in "prehistoric."
The affix "-ing" can be added to verbs to form the present participle.
Many affixes, like "-ness," can change the part of speech of a word.
verb
UK/əˈfɪks/
US/əˈfɪks/
Definitions of affix verb
- Transitive
To attach or fasten something to another object.
Please affix your photograph to the designated spot on the application form.
They affixed a label to each package for identification purposes.
The engineer affixed the sensors to the bridge to monitor its structure.