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an·cil·lar·y
 ancillary
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- pronunciation:
- aen
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
subordinate or secondary.
My needs are ancillary to those of my family.The job's pay was ancillary to the satisfaction that he gained from engaging in the work.- synonyms:
- collateral, subservient, subsidiary
- antonyms:
- fundamental
- similar words:
- adjunct, auxiliary, incidental, inferior, minor, secondary, subordinate
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| definition 2: |
accessory or auxiliary.
The company manufactures cameras and various ancillary products.Ancillary services are available as well, but these are not described here.- synonyms:
- attendant, subsidiary
- similar words:
- accessory, additional, auxiliary, contributory, extraneous, extrinsic, supplemental, supplementary, supportive
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| related words: |
associate, auxiliary, helpful |
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