attached Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb cause to be attached
    attach.
  2. verb be attached; be in contact with
    attach.
  3. verb become attached
    attach.
    • The spider's thread attached to the window sill
  4. verb create social or emotional ties
    bind; bond; attach; tie.
    • The grandparents want to bond with the child
  5. verb take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority
    attach; sequester; seize; confiscate; impound.
    • The FBI seized the drugs
    • The customs agents impounded the illegal shipment
    • The police confiscated the stolen artwork
  6. adjective satellite being joined in close association
    affiliated; connected.
    • affiliated clubs
    • all art schools whether independent or attached to universities
  7. adjective used of buildings joined by common sidewalls
    • a block of attached houses
  8. adjective associated in an exclusive sexual relationship
    committed.
  9. adjective satellite fond and affectionate
    • she was very attached to her father

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