Meaning & Definition of word "Attached"
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Attached
/əˈtæʧt/
verb:
- 1. To join or fasten something to another thing.
- Example: Please attach the file before sending the message.
- 2. To assign or assign someone to a particular task or position.
- Example: She was attached to the team as a consultant.
adjective:
- 1. Joined or fastened to something.
- Example: The documents are attached to the email for your review.
- 2. Having an emotional or physical connection.
- Example: She felt deeply attached to her childhood home.
- 3. Connected or associated with something.
- Example: He has several conditions attached to the loan agreement.
Etymology
From Middle French 'attacher', from Latin 'attāchāre'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
attached to:
linked with or having a strong connection to someone or something.
attached root:
a root that is not free-standing in terms of meaning and is part of a whole.
emotionally attached:
having a strong emotional bond to someone or something.
Related Words
attachment:
The act of attaching or the state of being attached.
attaching:
The process of fastening or connecting something.
detached:
Emotionally disconnected or separated.
Slang Meanings of attached
Meaning: Hooked
Example Sentence: He's hooked on that new TV show.
Meaning: Tied down
Example Sentence: I can't go out tonight; I'm tied down with work.