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auxiliary

/ɔːkˈsɪli.əɹi/

noun

Meaning

  • A person or group that acts in an auxiliary manner.

  • A sailing vessel equipped with an engine.

  • (grammar) An auxiliary verb.

  • A marching band colorguard.

adjective

Meaning

  • Helping; giving assistance or support.

    "auxiliary troops"

  • Supplementary or subsidiary.

  • Held in reserve for exceptional circumstances.

  • Of a ship, having both sails and an engine.

  • (grammar) Relating to an auxiliary verb.

Synonyms

motorsailer,
accessory,
accessory,
ancillary