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Definition of accessory - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
fashion utilityadditional item that complements or completes main items
- She wore a scarf as an accessory to her outfit.
2.
objectTECH. supplementary part that enhances functionTECH.
- The camera came with several accessory lenses.
3.
legalTECH. person who helps in a crimeTECH.
- He was charged as an accessory to the robbery.
Adjective
1.
supplementaryhaving a secondary or supplementary function
- The accessory details were not crucial to the plan.
2.
minor presenceTECH. present in a minor amount, not essentialTECH.
- The accessory ingredients added flavor to the dish.
Images of accessory
additional item that complements or completes main items
Expressions with accessory
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additional item for a vehicle
She bought a new auto accessory for her car.
person who helps a criminal after a crime has been committed
She was charged as an accessory after the fact for hiding the evidence..
device or item used with a computer
A mouse is a common computer accessory.
person who helps another commit a crime
She was charged as an accessory to a crime.
person who helps prepare an offense, not present during its execution
Prosecutors charged him as an accessory before the fact.
cell aiding immune response by presenting antigens
Accessory cells help T cells recognize antigens.
fruit formed from both ovarian and non-ovarian tissues
Strawberries and apples are common examples of accessory fruits..
nerve supplying muscles of head, shoulders, and pharynx
The accessory nerve is crucial for head rotation.
bracket on a camera for fitting a flash unit
He mounted the microphone on the accessory shoe.
Origin of accessory
Latin, accessorius (additional)
Terms with accessory included in their meaning
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swimming accessory
tight-fitting cap worn to keep hair dry while swimming
fashion
hair accessory used to hold hair in place
clown accessory
fake red nose worn by clowns for fun
accessory
portable mirror for checking appearance on the go
office accessory
protective mat placed on a desk surface
pet accessory
collar worn by a dog
accessory
bag with a string for carrying
fridge accessory
magnet for holding or decorating things on a fridge
accessory
small device used to hold hair in place
accessory
device or accessory for organizing keys
body accessory
jewelry worn in a pierced lip
costume accessory
headband or hat with two round black ear shapes
travel accessory
belt with hidden pockets for carrying money safely while traveling
accessory
small device for holding and carrying banknotes
computing accessory
pad for placing and moving a computer mouse
accessory
eyewear with dark lenses worn for sun protection or style
accessory
jewelry made to fit through a small hole in skin
uniform accessory
tie displaying school colors or emblem
accessory
long strap on bag for carrying over shoulder
bathroom accessory
waterproof curtain that prevents water from splashing out
sleigh accessory
small bell attached to a sleigh, used to make jingling sounds
fashion accessory
flexible bracelet that curls when slapped on wrist
jewelry
decorative ring worn on the thumb as a fashion accessory
accessory
small bag worn around the waist
Examples of accessory in a sentence
Jewelry is a common accessory for formal events. She bought a new accessory for her phone. The store sells accessory items for computers. The jury found him guilty as an accessory. She was named an accessory in the fraud case. The accessory lighting added ambiance to the room.
He wore an accessory belt that matched his shoes. The accessory minerals were not detected in the sample. Accessory pigments play a role in photosynthesis.
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- French:accessoire, secondaire, ...
- German:Accessoire, zusätzlich, ...
- Italian:complemento, secondario, ...
- Spanish:accesorio, secundario, ...
- Portuguese:acessório, suplementar, ...
- Chinese:补充, 附属的, ...
- Japanese:アクセサリー, 補助的な, ...
- Arabic:إِكْسِسْوار, ثانَوِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:אֲבִיזָר, מַשְׁלִים, ...
- Russian:аксессуар, дополнительный, ...
- Ukrainian:доповнення, додатковий, ...
- Hindi:साज सज्जा की वस्तु, अतिरिक्त, ...
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