Basic Details
Word: Attach
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To join or fasten something to something else.
Synonyms: Affix, fasten, connect, join
Antonyms: Detach, disconnect, separate, unfasten
Idioms and Phrases
- Attach importance to: To consider something to be important. Example: "He attaches great importance to punctuality."
- No strings attached: Without any special conditions or restrictions. Example: "They offered us a free trial with no strings attached."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Please attach your photo to the application form.
Example 2: The file was attached to the email for easy download.
Example 3: The baby became emotionally attached to her stuffed toy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that "attach" comes from the Old French word *atachier*, meaning to fix or fasten? It entered Middle English during the 13th century and has been widely used in both physical and emotional contexts since then.
Famous Quote
"The less attached you are, the more peaceful you feel." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "attach" mean?
a) To ignore something
b) To fasten or join something
c) To remove or cut
d) To divide into parts
Answer: b) To fasten or join something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "attach"?
a) Detach
b) Remove
c) Connect
d) Ignore
Answer: c) Connect
3. Which is an antonym of "attach"?
a) Affix
b) Join
c) Separate
d) Fasten
Answer: c) Separate
4. Which sentence uses "attach" correctly?
a) He attached the paperclip to the documents.
b) She attach her dog from the leash.
c) They attach to go for a walk.
d) He was attach school today.
Answer: a) He attached the paperclip to the documents.
5. What does the idiom "no strings attached" mean?
a) The offer is not valid
b) There are secret conditions
c) There are no conditions or restrictions
d) It involves sewing or tailoring
Answer: c) There are no conditions or restrictions
