attached

UK: əˈtætʃt | US: əˈtætʃt

Definition
  1. adj. joined or fastened to something

  2. adj. emotionally connected or devoted

  3. vt. (past tense of "attach") fixed or added to something

Structure
at <to>tach <fasten>ed <past participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "attached" originates from Old French atachier (to fasten), derived from a- (to) + tachier (to fasten, from tache "nail or hook"). The root tach evolved from Vulgar Latin taccare, likely of Germanic origin, related to fixing or securing. The suffix -ed marks the past participle form, indicating completion. The progression reflects a literal act of fastening (physical) to metaphorical bonding (emotional).

Examples
  1. The document was attached to the email.

  2. She felt deeply attached to her childhood home.

  3. Please check the attached file for details.

  4. He attached the leash to the dog’s collar.

  5. The artist attached a note to the painting.