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Addition
01
the calculation of the total of two or more numbers added together
Examples
Addition is the process of combining two or more numbers to get a total.
Addition can be done using a calculator or by writing numbers on paper.
02
the process or action of combining one thing with another to increase the overall quantity, quality, or scope
Examples
The addition of sugar improved the taste of the sauce.
The class welcomed the addition of several new students.
03
an element or feature that is introduced to something to enhance or improve it
Examples
The new wing is a valuable addition to the hospital.
The software update included several useful additions.
04
an extra quantity or number that is combined with the original amount
Examples
The bill included an addition of $ 10 for service charges.
The recipe calls for the addition of two more cups of flour.
05
a suburban area planned and developed with streets and lots for future residential housing
Examples
The new addition to the town promises to bring modern amenities and more housing options.
Developers broke ground on the addition, with plans for hundreds of new homes.
06
something that is added to an existing amount, collection, or group, thereby increasing its size, quantity, or scope
Examples
The bookshelf had a new addition: a rare first edition novel.
The latest addition to their family was a playful puppy.
07
a new room added to a building
Dialect
American
American
Examples
The architect drew up plans for an addition that would seamlessly blend with the original structure of the historic mansion.
The growing family decided to build an addition onto their house to accommodate their expanding needs.
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