Word
appendices
Phoneticsap·pen·dices
US/əˈpɛndɪˌsiz/
UK/ɐpˈɛndɪsɪz/
Countable noun
Definition
n. extra sections at the end of a book or report that give more information, such as tables, maps, or notes. It is the plural of appendix.
n. supplementary sections at the end of a book, report, or document that provide supporting material such as data, tables, or references. It is the plural of 'appendix'.
Examples
“The textbooks include useful tables in the appendices.”
“The research report explains the main results in Chapter 3 and puts the full survey data in the appendices.”
“The edited volume traces trade routes in the main chapters while the appendices collect maps, chronologies, and transcriptions that specialists consult for detailed evidence.”
Examples
simple
“The textbooks include useful tables in the appendices.”
contextual
“The research report explains the main results in Chapter 3 and puts the full survey data in the appendices.”
complex
“The edited volume traces trade routes in the main chapters while the appendices collect maps, chronologies, and transcriptions that specialists consult for detailed evidence.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “appendices” in context.
Verb
01. appendices contain
“The appendices contain maps, questionnaires and consent forms used in the study.”
noun + verb
02. appendices detail
“The appendices detail the methodology and statistical calculations.”
noun + verb
03. appendices provide
“The appendices provide further evidence to support the main conclusions.”
noun + verb
04. attach appendices
“Please attach appendices with supporting evidence to your dissertation.”
verb + noun
05. consult appendices
“Consult the appendices for definitions of symbols used in the charts.”
verb + noun
06. refer to appendices
“In your essay, refer to appendices when citing supplementary data.”
verb + prep + noun
Adjective
07. detailed appendices
“Full survey results are reproduced in the detailed appendices at the end.”
adj + noun
08. lengthy appendices
“The lengthy appendices contain interview transcripts and raw data tables.”
adj + noun
Noun
09. number of appendices
“The manual has a number of appendices covering troubleshooting and safety.”
noun + prep + noun
10. consult the appendices for details
“To verify the sources, consult the appendices for details of all interviews.”
11. included in the appendices
“All questionnaires used in the survey are included in the appendices.”
12. listed in the appendices
“Additional readings are listed in the appendices by topic and date.”
Usage
The form 'appendices' is preferred for books and documents; 'appendixes' is common for the anatomical sense.
Synonyms
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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