Definitions

1. noun

A paid announcement, typically in a newspaper or magazine, or on the radio or television, used to promote a product or service.

“The company placed a large ad in the newspaper to promote their new product.”

2. verb

To support or praise something, especially in a public way.

“She ad-ded her voice to the protest, calling for greater action to be taken.”

3. preposition

Used to indicate movement towards or arrival at something.

“He ad-ded his luggage to the pile at the front door.”

4. prefix

Indicates a direction, position, or addition.

“The word ‘addicted’ comes from the prefix ‘ad-‘ meaning ‘to’ or ‘towards’.”