as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
pasta makers became the must-have appendage for tabletop mixers
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Recent Examples of appendage
The robotic appendage combines rigid and soft components to mimic the natural structure of the human hand, as well as a range of sensors and a system to deliver feedback to the user's nerves.
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New Atlas, 7 Mar. 2025
The appendage is only one-third of the animal’s body size, compared to the large appendage of P. diutiuscauda, researchers said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Beneath the ocean’s surface, abalone cling to the seabed with a strong, foot-like appendage and dwell in radiant shells to stay safe from predators.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
Slade was too young at the time, but his older brother, Sydney, witnessed the gruesome aftermath, which left him with a blind hatred of anything with more than two appendages.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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New Atlas, 7 Mar. 2025
The appendage is only one-third of the animal’s body size, compared to the large appendage of P. diutiuscauda, researchers said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Beneath the ocean’s surface, abalone cling to the seabed with a strong, foot-like appendage and dwell in radiant shells to stay safe from predators.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
Slade was too young at the time, but his older brother, Sydney, witnessed the gruesome aftermath, which left him with a blind hatred of anything with more than two appendages.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appendage
Noun
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Lawrence has managed to craft one of the most enviable cold weather wardrobes, looking to Scandi brands for their heavy duty coats, The Row accessories and covetable vintage bags, and classic flannels.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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Bongiovi, 22, kept it casual in a black graphic tee and sunglasses, while Bon Jovi, 61, also opted for a bold accessory with a light pink trucker hat and a gray T-shirt.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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The retailer recently expanded its line-up of cars for sale on its website and now has financing options.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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These days the food hall contains a lovely cheese counter with local and international options, and a fun stand run sells ice cream floats made with buffalo milk soft serve from Double 8 Dairy in Petaluma and seasonal fruit sodas with a kombucha intensity.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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For many support calls, like troubleshooting a router, installing a new appliance, or diagnosing a device malfunction, words alone can be painfully inadequate.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The popular kitchen appliance can cut down the cook time for many of your favorite meals and reheat your leftovers, including returning pizza to its original crispy glory, in just a couple of minutes.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Appendage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appendage. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.
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