Meaning & Definition of word "Attachment"

Attachment

/əˈtæʧmənt/

1. The act of attaching or the state of being attached.
- Example: The attachment of the document was successful.
2. A file that is sent with an email.
- Example: Please find the attachment containing the report.
3. A strong emotional bond with a person.
- Example: The child formed a close attachment to her caregiver.
4. A supplementary device or accessory.
- Example: He bought an attachment for his vacuum cleaner to improve its functionality.
5. A legal claim or lien against property.
- Example: The property had an attachment placed on it by the court.

Middle English, from Old French 'atachier', from 'a' + 'tachier' (to touch).

emotional attachment:

A deep emotional bond formed with a person or object.

attachment theory:

A psychological model that describes the dynamics of long-term relationships.

digital attachment:

Files or documents that are sent electronically.

attach:

To fasten or join one thing to another.

attached:

Connected or joined to something.

attachment style:

The way a person relates to others based on their early interactions with caregivers.

Meaning: An emotional hold on someone.

Example Sentence: She's got an attachment to that guy, can't let him go.

Meaning: A file sent via email.

Example Sentence: Did you get the attachment I sent? It's lit!