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Attached Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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attached

[əˈtætʃt ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

used in email communication

sent along with an email message

Synonyms

appended, enclosed, included.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

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Word Description / Examples
attached

Used when referring to files or documents that are sent along with an email or digital communication.

  • Please find the report attached to this email
  • I have attached the image for your review
enclosed

Often used in formal letters or physical mail to indicate that something has been included inside an envelope or package.

  • Please find the documents enclosed
  • The check is enclosed with this letter
included

General term for indicating that something is part of a group or list, and can be used in various situations.

  • The instructions are included in the package
  • Included in this document is a list of participants
appended

Best for indicating something that has been added to the end of a document or text.

  • The summary was appended to the final report
  • I have appended additional notes to the article

Examples of usage

  • I have attached the report to this email.
  • Please find the attached document for your review.
Context #2 | Verb

used in email communication

to include a file or document with an email message

Synonyms

append, enclose, include.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

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Word Description / Examples
attached

Best used when referring to adding or joining something to a physical or digital object in a way that makes them connected.

  • Attached is the report you requested.
  • She attached the handle to the door.
enclose

Appropriate when including something inside a package, envelope, or container. Often used in formal communication.

  • I enclose a check for the full amount.
  • Please find the enclosed documents for your review.
include

Best suited for mentioning or listing items as part of a group or whole.

  • The package will include a user manual.
  • The invitation includes details of the event.
append

Commonly used when adding something as a supplementary part, especially in a document or a piece of text.

  • Please append the summary to the end of your report.
  • The author decided to append a glossary to the book.

Examples of usage

  • I will attach the presentation to the email before sending it.
  • Could you please attach the spreadsheet to your reply?

Translations

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Origin of 'attached'

The word 'attach' originated from the Latin word 'attacare', meaning 'to fasten or join'. It entered the English language in the 14th century from Old French. Over time, the meaning expanded to include the concept of adding documents to emails in electronic communication.

See also: attach, attachable, attaching, attachment, attachments, unattached.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,505, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.