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   attachment

   /əˈtatʃm(ə)nt/

   noun

   • 1. an extra part or extension that is or may be attached to something to perform a particular function: "the processor comes complete with a blender attachment" Similar accessoryfittingfitmentextensionsupplementary partsupplementary componentextraextra partadjunctadditionadd-onappurtenanceappendageaccoutrementauxiliary
   • ▪ a computer file appended to an email.
   • 2. affection, fondness, or sympathy for someone or something: "she felt a sentimental attachment to the place creep over her" Similar bondclosenessdevotionloyaltyfondness forlove forliking foraffection foraffinity fortenderness forfeeling forsentiment forregard forrespect foradmiration forreverence forrelationship withfriendship withintimacy with
   • ▪ an affectionate relationship: "he formed an attachment with a young widow"
   • 3. temporary secondment to an organization: British "the students are placed on attachment to schools for one day a week" Similar assignmentdetailappointmentallocationsecondmenttransferrelocation
   • 4. the action of attaching something: "the case has a loop for attachment to your waist belt" Similar fixingfasteningaffixinglinkingcouplingclampingconnectionconnectingadditionaddingincorporationintroductioninsertion
   • ▪ legal seizure of property. Similar seizureconfiscationappropriationexpropriationsequestrationtaking awaycommandeeringdistrainmentdisseisinpoinding

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘arrest for contempt of court’): from Old French attachement, from atachier ‘fasten, fix’ (see attach).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishATTACHMENT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   a strong feeling of being emotionally close to someone or something: [ C ] She had a special attachment to these students. An attachment is an extra piece of equipment that can be added to a machine: [ C ] computer attachments.

3. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishATTACHMENT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   In computing, an attachment is a file which is attached separately to a message that you send to someone. When you send an e-mail you can also send a sound or graphic file as an attachment.

4. www.psychologytoday.com › us › basicsAttachment | Psychology Today

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   Attachment is the emotional bond that forms between infant and caregiver, and it is how the helpless infant gets primary needs met. It then becomes an engine of subsequent social, emotional,...

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › attachmentATTACHMENT Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   noun. an act of attaching or the state of being attached. a feeling that binds one to a person, thing, cause, ideal, or the like; devotion; regard: a fond attachment to his cousin; a profound attachment to the cause of peace. Synonyms: devotedness, love.

6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › attachmentAttachment Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of ATTACHMENT is a seizure by legal process; also : the writ or precept commanding such seizure. How to use attachment in a sentence.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › attachmentAttachment - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Attachment is a word that's equal parts mechanical and emotional. Many gadgets — such as cameras and tractors — have attachments that allow them to get more done, like a tractor attachment for plowing snow. People have attachments to bands, political movements, sports teams, hobbies, and each other.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryAll resources related to 'attachment' - Collins Online Dictionary

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   1. If you have an attachment to someone or something, you are fond of them or loyal to them. [...] 2. An attachment is a device that can be fixed onto a machine in order to enable it to do different jobs. [...] 3. In computing, an attachment is a file which is attached separately to a message that you send to someone. [...] More.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishattachment noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of attachment noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishATTACHMENT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    a feeling of love or strong connection to someone or something: I wasn't aware of any romantic attachments. attachment noun (EMAIL) B2. a computer file that is sent together with an email message: I wasn't able to open that attachment. attachment noun (EQUIPMENT) B2. an extra part that can be added to a piece of equipment:

11. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › attachmentattachment | meaning of attachment in Longman Dictionary of ...

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    attachment meaning, definition, what is attachment: a feeling that you like or love someone ...: Learn more.