Definition

1. Noun:
   • An addition that extends a main building: An "annexe" is a separate or attached building that provides extra space, extending the facilities of a main building.
   • A supplementary document or section: An "annexe" can also refer to an appendix or an addition to a document, such as a treaty or report.

Examples

• Noun (Building):
  • The hospital built a new annexe for the maternity ward.
  • The school's annexe houses the library and computer labs.
• Noun (Document):
  • The treaty's technical details are listed in Annex A.
  • Please see the annexe for the full list of participants.

Advanced Usage

• "to be housed in an annexe": to be located in an extension of a main building.
  • The research department is currently housed in a temporary annexe.
• "as per the annexe": according to the supplementary document or section.
  • The procedures, as per the annexe, must be followed precisely.

Variants and Related Words

• Annex (noun/verb): The more common spelling, especially in American English, with the same meanings. As a verb, it means to add or attach, especially territory.
  • The museum plans to annex the adjacent property.
• Annexation (noun): The act of annexing, especially territory.
  • The annexation of the region was controversial.

Synonyms

• Extension: Something added to enlarge or extend.
• Wing: A part of a building projecting from the main structure.
• Appendix: A section of extra information at the end of a book or document.
• Addendum: An item of additional material added at the end.

Related Phrases

• In annexe to: Attached or supplementary to.
  • The financial statements are provided in annexe to the main report.

Noun

1. an addition that extends a main building