Definition of add
transitive verb
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.
intransitive verb
1a : to perform additionb : 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
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Examples of add in a Sentence
She's planning to add some new flowers to the garden.
The company is adding over 200 jobs this year.
This winter, he added skiing to his list of favorite sports.
Add one cup of sugar to the mixture.
Next, add the remaining butter to the pan.
In this dish, fresh herbs add lots of color and flavor.
We can help you add excitement to your vacation.
The historical details add depth to his story.
She adds a certain amount of experience and authority to the project.
When you add three and seven, you get ten.
Origin and Etymology of add
Middle English, from Latin addere, from ad- + -dere to put — more at do
First Known Use: 14th century
ADD
Definition of ADD
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ADD Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of add for English Language Learners
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: to put (something) with another thing or group of things
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: to mix or combine (an ingredient) with other ingredients
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: to include (something) with something else
ADD Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of add for Students
added
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1 : to combine numbers into a single sum
2 : to join or unite to something They plan to add a room to the house.
3 : to cause to have Parsley adds color to the dish.
4 : to say something more The teacher added, “It's not only wrong, it's foolish.”
add up
1 : to be added together to equal the expected amount
2 : to make sense Something about his story doesn't add up.
Medical Dictionary
add
Medical Definition of add
adduction; adductor
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