Definition of Annex
Annex
an·nex


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To add or attach something, especially territory, to a larger entity.

e.g. The country decided to annex the neighboring province to expand its borders.

(verb)
to change or add in another part, especially in a document;

e.g. My only suggestion is that you annex a 'works cited' page to this research paper.

(verb)
to incorporate or acquire another territory as part of a larger state;

e.g. Texas was annex by the U.S in the 1800s.

(noun)
a statement or document that is added to something afterwards;

e.g. The approval of the annex in the newly-drafted treaty.

(noun)
a building that is attached to another building near it and is used as a part of it;

e.g. In the annex, there was a grand ballroom and dining hall.



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