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Vocabulary Entry
affix
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A suffix or prefix that is added to a word to modify its meaning.
Example Sentences
"In linguistics, an affix can change the meaning of the root word."
"The word 'unhappiness' contains the affix 'un-' and the suffix '-ness'."
"She studied how different affixes alter the semantic roles of words."
"Adding the correct affix is crucial for understanding word formation."
V
verb
To attach or add something to something else.
Example Sentences
"Please affix the postage stamp in the upper right corner of the envelope."
"He will affix his signature to the contract."
"The technician needs to affix the new hardware to the system."
"You should affix the label securely to avoid any confusion."