attachable
|at-tach-a-ble|
B2
/əˈtætʃəbl/
(attach)
fasten or connect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attachable' originates from the verb 'attach', which comes from Old French 'atachier', meaning 'to fasten or fix'.
Historical Evolution
'atachier' transformed into the Middle English word 'attachen', eventually becoming the modern English word 'attach'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fasten or fix', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being attached or fastened.
The device comes with an attachable strap for easy carrying.
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Last updated: 2025/04/09 01:42