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Meaning of Annex
The primary meaning of the word "Annex" is to attach or add something, especially territory or a building, to an existing entity.
Definitions
- To attach or add something, especially territory or a building, to an existing entity
- * A building or part of a building that is attached to or associated with a main building
- * To take control of or incorporate (a country or region) into another
Etymology of Annex
The word "Annex" originated from the Latin word "annectere", which is a combination of "ad" (to) and "nectere" (to bind or tie)
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of attaching or adding territory to an existing state or empire
Example Uses
- The company will annex the new building to its existing headquarters
- * The country annexed the neighboring territory through a series of diplomatic negotiations
- * The annex to the museum houses a collection of rare artifacts