Dictionary entries for 'attachment'

Synonyms

at·tach·ment (ə-tăch́mənt)

noun

The act of attaching or the condition of being attached.
Something, such as a tie, band, or fastener, that attaches one thing to another.
A bond, as of affection or loyalty; fond regard.
1. A supplementary part; an accessory: bought a vacuum cleaner with several attachments. See synonyms at appendage
2. A supplementary document that is attached to a primary document: stapled two attachments to the memorandum.
Law
1. Legal seizure of property or a person.
2. The writ ordering such a seizure.