added; adding; adds
Definition of add
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : to join or unite so as to bring about an increase or improvement
adds 60 acres to his land wine adds a creative touch to cooking
2 : to say further : append Do you have anything else to add to the discussion?
3 : to combine (numbers) into an equivalent simple quantity or number
4 : to include as a member of a group
Don't forget to add me in.
1a : to perform addition
b : to come together or unite by addition
The facts added together to support his theory.
2a : to serve as an addition
The movie will add to his fame.
b : to make an addition
added to her savings
ADD
abbreviationDefinition of ADD (Entry 2 of 2)
1 American Dialect Dictionary
2 attention deficit disorder
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The first known use of add was in the 14th century
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