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Attachment

Noun

1. the act of attaching or the state of being attached.

Sense 1:

The attachment of the two pieces was secure.

Example sentence: The attachment of the leash to the dog's collar ensures its safety during walks.

Sense 2:

An affectionate relationship or emotional bond with someone or something.

Example sentence: The mother and child shared a strong attachment that couldn't be broken.

Sense 3:

A file or document that is sent with an email.

Example sentence: Please find attached the document you requested.

Verb

1. to fasten, join, or connect something.

Sense 1:

He attached the rope to the hook before climbing.

Example sentence: Please attach the file to your email before sending it.

Sense 2:

To attribute importance or significance to something.

Example sentence: She attached great value to her handmade necklace.

Sense 3:

To involve oneself emotionally with someone.

Example sentence: The therapist encouraged her patients to attach to their emotions instead of suppressing them.

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