Affix

Pronunciation: /ˈæfɪks/

Affix (noun)

  1. A group of letters added to the start or end of a word to change its meaning.

Examples

  • The prefix is an affix added to the start of a word.
  • An affix can change the meaning of the root word.

Common collocations: prefix or suffix, common affix, affix a label, securely affix, affix with glue

Affix (verb)

  1. To stick or attach something to another thing.

Examples

  • Please affix the stamp to the envelope.
  • He affixed the label to the package.

Synonyms of Affix

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Affix

  • when removing something attached