Addendum

usgb/əˈdendəm/
noun

An extra part added to a book, document, or speech, usually at the end.

The author added an addendum to the book to explain important changes in the field since the book was published.
Visual representation of "addendum" - An extra part added to a book, document, or speech, usually at the end.

Often appears as...

  • addendum to the document
  • addendum to the contract

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General, Academic

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Often Postscripts

Addenda are often used to add afterthoughts or explain updates.

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See the addendum for recent study results.
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Technical Details

Can contain detailed information like statistical data or references.

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Refer to the addendum for the technical specifications.
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Clarification Purpose

Used to clarify or correct earlier content within the main text.

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The error on page 47 is corrected in the addendum.
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afterthoughtannexappendixattachmentcodicilcorrigendumpostscriptridesupplement
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