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noun

a subordinate or supplementary part, object, or the like, used mainly for convenience, attractiveness, safety, etc., as a spotlight on an automobile or a lens cover on a camera.

an article or set of articles of dress, as gloves, earrings, or a scarf, that adds completeness, convenience, attractiveness, etc., to one's basic outfit.

Law.

Also called accessory before the fact. a person who, though not present during the commission of a felony, is guilty of having aided and abetted another, who committed the felony.

Also called accessory after the fact. a person who knowingly conceals or assists another who has committed a felony. Compare principal (def. 9b).

Anatomy. accessory nerve.

adjective

contributing to a general effect; supplementary; subsidiary.

Law. giving aid as an accessory.

Petrography. (of a mineral) being present in small amounts in a rock and having no bearing on the classification of the rock, as zircon in granite.

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Origin:
1400–50; late Middle English accessorie (< Middle French ) < Medieval Latin accessōrius. See accede, -tory¹

Related forms

ac·ces·so·ri·ly, adverb

ac·ces·so·ri·ness, noun

in·ter·ac·ces·so·ry, adjective

non·ac·ces·so·ry, adjective, noun, plural -ries.

Synonyms
1. See addition. 3. accomplice.

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Accessories are the finishing touches that complete the new silhouette.

But-listen-maybe every political group on every campus should start its own line of accessories.

High-end fashion turns out to be more susceptible to downturns than leather goods or other accessories.

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Accessories are the finishing touches that complete the new silhouette.

But-listen-maybe every political group on every campus should start its own line of accessories.

High-end fashion turns out to be more susceptible to downturns than leather goods or other accessories.

Lower padded photo compartment holds a camera/camcorder and accessories.

For more ideas, check out our collection of eco-conscious accessories.

The midcentury couches and club chairs at this vintage furniture and accessories shop look trim but feel solid.

Such a modular design combines capabilities normally found in different phones or accessories.

When clothes get paler and lighter, so do accessories.

Clever marketing and snazzy designs turned them into fashion accessories.

Both the drone and accessories are designed to comfortably fit in a standard-size backpack.

Soft gray and white towels and neutral-toned bath accessories meld with the overall palette of the room.

Compared to accessories for still cameras, these kits are exhorbitant.

Discounts on accessories and children's furniture.

Thanks to miniaturisation, some of the new accessories are far lighter than their predecessors.

Tropical accessories on the deck and throughout the garden turned this entry into a personal paradise.

These laptop accessories and gadgets will help you take your show on the road.

Neither test was run with any of the vehicle's accessories switched on.

Paint shelves and the wall behind them an eye-catching color to showcase books and accessories.

In fact, a new fashion line is putting dead animals to work as accessories.

Smaller handbags and metal belts will be among the in-vogue accessories.

Accessories in the same vibrant color family help unify the elements.

They won't find themselves staring at their accessories on everyone around them.

If you are really bad to the bone, an innocent-sounding name and a few homely accessories only enhance your menace.

The low retaining wall adds further privacy and a place for accessories.

The men easily lose their base, hats, and accessories with gentle play.

Proponents respond that the current rules have enabled lawyers to become legally protected accessories to crimes.

Get ideas for red walls, red accent walls, and red accessories.

He had much to do, therefore, with turning blue plastic bottles into fashion accessories.

Boldface numbers listed after the model names correspond to the features and accessories described on these pages.

The updated kitchen has painted furniture and well-placed accessories.

Soft gray and white towels and neutral-toned bath accessories meld with the overall palette.

Then, when she has her basic inventory lined up, she adds accessories in complementary colors.

Also trendy patio furniture and other garden accessories.

And she's decided to open a showroom to exhibit her custom built-ins, outdoor furniture, and garden accessories.

Indoors, turquoise accessories play off neutral paints and bare wood.

In the bathroom, blue tile and colorful accessories pop against an all white interior.

Also collect books, clippings, and photos of gardens and accessories you like.

Jump-start your decorating ideas with budget-friendly options for accent walls and accessories more.

Mirrors, sconces, and other wall accessories further define each space.

Finally, attach a small tray to keep accessories close at hand.

White paint and modern accessories throw period details such as the banister into relief.

Cozy furnishings and thoughtfully selected accessories make an outdoor space as inviting as an indoor room.

Inspections are done, repairs are made and accessories are.

Show that you're a hipster through your accessories or your shoes, but dress formally.

See how a few camera accessories can help you get the shot.

Make your own splash with new fixtures and accessories.

Last year, designers reduced minimalism to its bare bones, banishing all accessories except shoes.

Versatile clothing and essential accessories for exploring the trail or hitting the town.

So don't expect to start waving on digital fashion accessories right away.

The newest trend in hair accessories is posing a big problem for, of all people, fly fishermen.

Besides, it's nice to be a woman with our many professional dress options and accessories choices.

Field-tested cameras and accessories to help you capture that perfect shot.

Find your beach style and get great home accessories to match.

Instead, airmen are ordered to wear the reflective accessories from the late afternoon on.

Quilted clothes and accessories are in for a revival this fall.

The notions of accessories and accomplies apply here.

Its make-up, bath-gels and accessories are cheap and innovative.

The surfing revival has meant greater sales of surfing accessories as well as boards.

Two easy-access pockets for accessories you want close at hand.

Are accessories to the crime and who aided and abetted the wrongdoers also in used.

Outdoor furniture and accessories for the gardener who is more arty than frilly.

Florists and interior designers use them in arrangements and as decorative accessories.

The rug defines the space and color scheme, making it easier to choose accessories.

VivaTerra is a go-to source for eco accessories and furnishings.

Plant-filled raised beds add texture, while furnishings and accessories provide pops of color.

She added color with bright accessories flea-market finds.

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Word Origin & History

accessory

also accessary (n.), early 15c. as a legal term in the criminal sense of "one aiding in a crime;" adj. meaning "aiding in crime" is from c.1600; both from L.L. accessorius, from accessor, agent noun from accedere (see access). Attested from 1896 as "woman's smaller articles

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of dress," hence accessorize (1939).

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Medical Dictionary

accessory ac·ces·so·ry (āk-sěs'ə-rē)
adj.

Having a secondary, supplementary, or subordinate function.
Of, relating to, or being a body part, such as a gland, nerve, or muscle, that is anatomically auxiliary.

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