Addition

/əˈdɪʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The process of adding something to something else.
The addition of a new wing to the hospital will increase its capacity.
A mathematical operation in which a sum is calculated by combining two or more numbers.
In mathematics, addition is one of the four basic operations.
An item that is added.
The dessert was a delightful addition to the meal.
The act of joining or combining two or more things.
The addition of fresh vegetables to the dish made it healthier.

Etymology

From Latin 'additionem', meaning 'a putting together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

addition by subtraction:
A situation where removing something improves the whole.
the sum of the parts:
The overall result that is greater than individual components.
in addition to:
Also; besides.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Extra or additional features in a product.
This phone comes with some cool additions like improved cameras.
An extra benefit or bonus.
The new job has some great additions to the salary package.