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- pronunciation:
- ihk
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noun |
| inflections: |
accessories, accessaries |
| definition 1: |
An accessory is a thing that you add to something else to make it nicer or better in some way. An accessory is a nice thing to have but it is not a necessary thing.
Ms. Parker doesn't like to spend a lot of money on clothing accessories. She has just a few simple scarves and earrings that go well with her sweaters.Mr. Lund spent some extra money on accessories for his car. He decided to get special seat covers and a camera that helps him with parking.- synonyms:
- attachment
- similar words:
- addition, decoration, extra, ornament
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| definition 2: |
In law, an accessory is a person who helps another person so that they can break the law or so that they can avoid getting caught. An accessory helps in some way but doesn't actually take part in the crime of the other person. An accessory gives help before or after the crime is committed. Although it is not as serious, being an accessory is also a crime.
As an accessory in the bank robbery, the young man spent some time in jail.- antonyms:
- principal
- similar words:
- partner
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| related words: |
attachment, extension, trim |
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