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2
something added (as by growth)
- the cache of old stamps I found in the discarded desk was a huge addition to my stamp collection
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the act or process of becoming greater in number
- how do you account for the addition of more paint stains on your shirt after you put on a smock?
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The first known use of addition was in the 14th century
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