Addition


(n.) The act of adding two or more things together; -- opposed to subtraction or diminution.


(n.) Anything added; increase; augmentation; as, a piazza is an addition to a building.


(n.) That part of arithmetic which treats of adding numbers.


(n.) A dot at the right side of a note as an indication that its sound is to be lengthened one half.


(n.) A title annexed to a man's name, to identify him more precisely; as, John Doe, Esq.; Richard Roe, Gent.; Robert Dale, Mason; Thomas Way, of New York; a mark of distinction; a title.


(n.) Something added to a coat of arms, as a mark of honor; -- opposed to abatement.



Similar Words:

Additament   Addition   Additional   Additionally   Additionary   Addititious   Additive   Additory   Interadditive   Superaddition