addendum
|ad-den-dum|
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/əˈdɛndəm/
additional material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'addendum' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'addendum,' where 'addere' meant 'to add.'
Historical Evolution
'addendum' was directly borrowed from Latin into English, retaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'something to be added,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an item of additional material, typically omissions, added at the end of a book or other publication.
The book's addendum included a list of references.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39