附
attach; be near;依附
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
attach; add as an extra
formalCommonly used for adding additional content, items, or information to a main document or package.
I will attach a detailed instruction manual for you.
Please enclose a recent photo of yourself in the letter.
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He attached the project proposal to the email.
Could you please add a greeting for my family for me?
This contract has supplementary clauses attached.
verb
be close to; be near
neutralUsed to describe being very close to a person or place, often for quiet or private actions.
There is a popular coffee shop near the school.
She leaned close to my ear and whispered a secret.
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Please do not stack flammable items near the fire source.
He leaned against the car window to say goodbye to me.
A new subway station is being built near the park.
verb
follow; adhere to;依附
formalUsed to describe following someone's opinion, joining a group, or losing control of one's senses.
Many scholars seconded this new research proposal.
He is unwilling to attach himself to powerful people to achieve success.
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Seeing the terrifying scene, she was so scared that she felt like her soul had left her body.
Many young people pose as connoisseurs of art by buying expensive artworks to decorate their homes.
This project needs to be seconded before it can officially launch.