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Meaning of affix
noun
- That which is affixed; an appendage.
- A bound morpheme added to the word’s stem's end.
- (broadly) A bound morpheme added to a word’s stem; a prefix, suffix etc.
- The complex number a+bi associated with the point in the Gauss plane with coordinates (a,b).
- (decorative art) Any small feature, as a figure, a flower, or the like, added for ornament to a vessel or other utensil, to an architectural feature.
verb
- To attach. Example: to affix a stigma to a person
- To subjoin, annex, or add at the close or end; to append to. Example: to affix a seal to an instrument
- To fix or fasten figuratively; with on or upon. Example: eyes affixed upon the ground
Source: Free Dictionary API.
What is a Dictionary Checker?
A dictionary checker verifies whether a typed word exists in a word list. It is useful for word games, puzzle checks, spelling checks, and quick vocabulary confirmation.
How It Works
The tool cleans the input, compares it against a local English word list, and then tries to load definitions from a free dictionary source when available.