1. a part that is attached to something larger or more important
2. a limb or other projecting part of an organism, especially an invertebrate
Usage: biology

Examples

• The small building was just an appendage to the main structure.
• She felt like a mere appendage to her famous husband’s career.
• The crab’s claws are powerful appendages used for defense.
• Insects have six jointed appendages called legs.
• The antenna serves as a sensory appendage for many arthropods.
• The garage was built as an appendage to the original house.
• Each appendage of the starfish can regenerate if lost.