annexation
UK: ˌæn.ekˈseɪ.ʃən | US: ˌæn.ekˈseɪ.ʃən
n. the act of annexing, especially territory, by a country or state
n. something annexed, such as an addition to a document or building
The word "annexation" derives from the Latin annexare (to bind to), combining ad- (to) and nexare (to bind). The root "annex" entered English via Old French annexer, retaining its core meaning of attachment. The suffix "-ation" (from Latin -atio) nominalizes the verb, forming a term for the process or result of annexing. Historically, the concept evolved from physical attachment (e.g., documents) to geopolitical expansion (e.g., territories), reflecting power dynamics.
The annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 sparked international controversy.
The treaty included an annexation detailing trade agreements.
Urban annexation often expands city boundaries into surrounding suburbs.
Scholars debate the legality of the annexation under international law.
The library’s new wing was built as an annexation to the original structure.