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annex

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Noun — A separate or attached building added to a larger one.

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How to use annex

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annex a building annex territory

Etymology

From French annexe, from Latin annexus, "attached" or "bound to."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “annex” mean?

The word “annex” means a separate or attached building added to a larger one. In plain terms, to attach one thing to another — a building extension, a document supplement, or (in politics) territory absorbed into a state.

How do you pronounce “annex”?

“Annex” is pronounced A-nehks (/ˈænɛks/ in IPA).

How do you use “annex” in a sentence?

Here is “annex” used in a sentence: “The overflow guests stayed in the hotel's annex.”

What is another word for “annex”?

Words with a similar meaning to “annex” include supplement, augmentation and underjoin.

What is the opposite of “annex”?

The opposite of “annex” — its antonyms — is separate.

What part of speech is “annex”?

Depending on how it is used, “annex” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “annex” come from?

The word “annex” comes from Latin. From French annexe, from Latin annexus, "attached" or "bound to.".

Is “annex” a common word?

“Annex” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

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