annex

C2
Pronunciation
/ˈænɛks/
/əˈnɛks/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

An addition, an extension.

2 Definition

An appendix to a book or document.

3 Definition

An addition or extension to a building.

4 Definition

An addition to the territory of a country or state, from a neighbouring country or state, normally by military force.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To add something to another thing, especially territory; to incorporate.

Example Sentences
  • The ancient city of Petra was annexed by Rome.
2 Definition

To attach or connect, as a consequence, condition, etc.

Example Sentences
  • to annex a penalty to a prohibition, or punishment to guilt
3 Definition

To join; to be united.