Annex
/ˈænɛks/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo incorporate (territory) into an existing political unit such as a country, state, or city; to add something as an addition.
/æˈnɛks/
To add something to something larger
The kingdom annexed the neighboring province.
💡 Simply: To add something to something else.
More Examples
The company annexed the small building next door to its main office.
How It's Used
"The country annexed the territory after the war."
"They annexed the adjacent property to expand their business."
An addition to a building, usually a separate structure attached to the main building.
/ˈænɛks/
An addition to a building
The library's annex houses the special collections.
💡 Simply: An added-on part of a building.
More Examples
The hospital's new annex increased its capacity significantly.
How It's Used
"The school's new annex provides additional classrooms."
From Latin 'annectere' meaning 'to bind to' or 'to attach'. It evolved through Old French 'anexer'.
The word's usage related to territorial acquisition became prominent during periods of significant political expansion.
Memory tip
Think of 'a next' piece of land being added.