affixation

[ af-ik-sey-shuhn ]

noun

1. affixture.
2. Grammar. the process of inflection or derivation that consists of adding an affix.

Word History and Origins

Origin of affixation¹

First recorded in 1850–55; affix + -ation

Example Sentences

We have reserved the very curious type of affixation known as “infixing” for separate illustration.

From Project Gutenberg

The following locations and methods of affixation are examples of appropriate position of notice.

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The Register of Copyrights shall prescribe by regulation, as examples, specific methods of affixation and positions of notice for purposes of this section, but these specifications shall not be considered exhaustive.

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