noun Common

appendix

uh-PEHN-dihks

Appendix (noun) means extra material added at the end of a book or document, giving background or supporting details. Example: “The full survey data is listed in appendix B.”

noun

Extra material added at the end of a book or document, giving background or supporting details.

"The full survey data is listed in appendix B."

"Check the appendix for a glossary of technical terms."

A small, finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine.

"His appendix had to be removed after it became inflamed."

How to Use Appendix

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the small organ attached to the gut, or a section of extra material tacked onto the end of a written work.

Common pairings

see appendix burst appendix appendix A

Word Forms

appendices plural, appendixes plural

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Etymology

Borrowed directly from Latin appendix, "something attached," from appendere, "to hang onto."

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for appendix

Bendix

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “appendix” mean?

The word “appendix” means extra material added at the end of a book or document, giving background or supporting details. In plain terms, either the small organ attached to the gut, or a section of extra material tacked onto the end of a written work.

How do you pronounce “appendix”?

“Appendix” is pronounced uh-PEHN-dihks (/əˈpɛn.dɪks/ in IPA).

How do you use “appendix” in a sentence?

Here is “appendix” used in a sentence: “The full survey data is listed in appendix B.”

What part of speech is “appendix”?

“Appendix” is a noun.

Where does the word “appendix” come from?

The word “appendix” comes from Latin. Borrowed directly from Latin appendix, "something attached," from appendere, "to hang onto.".

Is “appendix” a common word?

“Appendix” is a fairly common word in modern English.

How many meanings does “appendix” have?

“Appendix” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extra material added at the end of a book or document, giving background or supporting details.