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
Aquilegia, its scientific name, is derived from the Latin word for eagle since those same appendages are said to resemble an eagle’s talons as well.
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
Nevertheless, this appendage, like the other seven, comes loaded with receptors, says Pablo Villar, a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University and co-lead author of the new paper.
—Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2026
The docking procedure The mating started with the male octopus extending his hectocotylus through the barrier’s opening, maneuvering it toward the female, touching her skin first and then inserting the appendage deep within her mantle.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 2 Apr. 2026
Both literally and figuratively, these appendages are the hook of the cucumber.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
Nevertheless, this appendage, like the other seven, comes loaded with receptors, says Pablo Villar, a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University and co-lead author of the new paper.
—Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2026
The docking procedure The mating started with the male octopus extending his hectocotylus through the barrier’s opening, maneuvering it toward the female, touching her skin first and then inserting the appendage deep within her mantle.
—Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 2 Apr. 2026
Both literally and figuratively, these appendages are the hook of the cucumber.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appendage
Noun
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Over a hundred volunteers helped students find the right attire, shoes and accessories.—
Staff Photographer,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Books about books, garments from Paloma Wool and Kiko Kostadinov, and trinket-y accessories are just the start, so grab an Americano or homemade cookie from its café menu to aid in your journey.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The others provide a variety of options to work in around them.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Take your pick from several colors, including neutrals and more vibrant options.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Far from corporate greed or anticompetitive behavior, competitive discounts driven by volume and supply chain efficiencies fuel free markets, helping families save money on groceries, appliances, TVs, cellphones, computers and cars.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Think older apartment buildings sans stainless steel appliances.—
Desiree Mathurin
April 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Appendage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appendage. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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