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accessory pigment
accessory shoe
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accessory

ac·ces·so·ry [ ak séssəree ]


noun  (plural ac·ces·so·ries)
Definition:
 
1. optional part: an optional part that may be fitted to something to perform an additional function or enhance performance

2. fashion article: an item of clothing that is worn or used for a fashionable effect with an outfit

3. law somebody who helps criminal: somebody who aids somebody else in committing a crime or avoiding arrest but who does not participate in the crime itself



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. additional: supplementary or subsidiary to something more important

2. law assisting in crime: aiding a criminal act although not participating in the crime itself


ac·ces·so·ri·al [ àk se sáwree əl ] adjective
ac·ces·so·ri·ly [ ak séssərəlee ] adverb
ac·ces·so·ri·ness [ ak séssərinəss ] noun

Word Usage

Accessory is the usual spelling. Accessary is an older form that is still occasionally used, especially in some legal contexts.

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