affix.
A bound morpheme added to a word’s stem, such as a prefix or suffix.
Meaning & usage
A bound morpheme added to a word’s stem, such as a prefix or suffix.
That which is affixed; an appendage.
The complex number a+bi associated with the point in the Gauss plane with coordinates (a,b).
Any small feature, as a figure, a flower, or the like, added for ornament to a vessel or other utensil, to an architectural feature.
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Latin affixus, perfect passive participle of affigere (from ad- + figere). By surface analysis, af- + fix.
To attach.
to affix a stigma to a person
to affix ridicule or blame to somebody
To subjoin, annex, or add at the close or end; to append to.
to affix a syllable to a word
to affix a seal to an instrument
To fix or fasten figuratively.
eyes affixed upon the ground
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Latin affixus, perfect passive participle of affigere (from ad- + figere). By surface analysis, af- + fix.
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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.