attachment

noun B2 Neutral

Meaning

An attachment is a document or file that is sent along with an email or message, often providing additional information or context.

💡 Be careful not to confuse "attachment" with "detachment," which has the opposite meaning.

Example Sentences

Do you feel any attachment to your childhood home ?

I have a strong attachment to my old family photos .

Please find the attachment containing the requested documents for your review .

The attachment to the email contained important project documents .

Word in Context

I opened my inbox this morning and found an email from my manager about the trip . She included an attachment with the schedule and the hotel address , so I could see all the details . I read the document twice to make sure I understood the meeting times and transport arrangements . Then I printed the pages and put them in my bag before leaving the house .

Common Phrases

email attachment file attachment attachment file

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