Synonyms: attachment, accessory, appurtenance, adjunct, appendage. These nouns denote subordinate elements added to or associated with another entity. An attachment is a distinct unit or part that adds a function to the thing to which it is connected: The food processor has an attachment for kneading dough.
Whitney Baxter is an actress, known for The Cosby Show (1984).
On the departure of Edna Braithwaite, Baxter is hired by Lady Grantham on the recommendation of Thomas Barrow. She is immediately liked by the downstairs staff, as they think her to be kind and gentle, and because Baxter was in possession of a sewing machine, which was new to the Downton staff. Lady Grantham is also pleased with her, and tells Lord Grantham that Baxter is coming along splendidly.