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to attach
01
to physically connect or fasten something to another thing
Ditransitive: to attach sth to sth
Examples
The artist has attached the canvas to the easel for painting.
Last night, he attached the missing button to his shirt.
02
to send a file with an email
Transitive: to attach a file
Ditransitive: to attach a file to an e-mail
Examples
Please attach the report to your email before sending it to the team.
He attached the photos to his message to share them with his friends.
03
to assign importance or value to something
Ditransitive: to attach importance or value to sth
Examples
She attached great importance to spending time with her family.
The team leader attached a lot of value to punctuality and reliability.
04
to stick or become connected to something
Transitive: to attach to sth
Examples
The sticker would n't attach properly to the glossy paper.
The Velcro strips easily attach to each other, creating a secure closure.
05
to seize or take possession of something under legal authority
Transitive: to attach property or assets
Examples
The sheriff was authorized to attach the debtor's property to satisfy the outstanding debt.
The creditor obtained a court order to attach the debtor's vehicle as collateral for the loan.
06
to form a bond or connection with someone
Transitive: to attach to sb
Examples
She quickly attached to her new classmates, forming close friendships within the first week of school.
The community quickly attached to the new family in town, welcoming them with open arms.
Lexical Tree
attachable
attached
attachment
attach
