appendix
Translation
appendix, addendum
Examples
More details are in the appendix of the book.
More details are in the appendix of the book.
The doctor had to remove his appendix.
The doctor had to remove his appendix.
Grammar Patterns
an appendix ((to sth.)) a section added to a book or document More details are in the appendix to the report.
Similar Words
Synonyms: supplement, addendum, attachment
Etymology
From Latin 'appendere' (to hang upon), from 'ap-' (to) + 'pendere' (to hang). Something that hangs on to something else.
Memory Tips
Think of it as something 'appended' or added on, either to a book or to your intestine.