Accessory: meaning, definitions and examples

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accessory

[ əkˈsɛsəri ]

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fashion

A thing that can be added to something else in order to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive.

Synonyms

adornment, decoration, ornament

Examples of usage

She wore a diamond necklace as an accessory to her evening gown.
The handbag is the perfect accessory to complete her outfit.

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law

A person who helps someone commit a crime or does not report a crime.

Synonyms

accomplice, collaborator

Examples of usage

He was charged as an accessory to the robbery.
The accomplice was found guilty of being an accessory to the murder.

Translations

Translations of the word "accessory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acessório

🇮🇳 सामान

🇩🇪 Zubehör

🇮🇩 aksesoris

🇺🇦 аксесуар

🇵🇱 akcesorium

🇯🇵 アクセサリー (akusesarī)

🇫🇷 accessoire

🇪🇸 accesorio

🇹🇷 aksesuar

🇰🇷 액세서리 (aekseseori)

🇸🇦 إكسسوار

🇨🇿 příslušenství

🇸🇰 príslušenstvo

🇨🇳 配件 (pèijiàn)

🇸🇮 dodatna oprema

🇮🇸 aukahlutur

🇰🇿 аксессуар

🇬🇪 აქსესუარი

🇦🇿 aksesuar

🇲🇽 accesorio

Word origin

The word 'accessory' originated from the Latin word 'accessorius', which means 'additional' or 'subordinate'. It has been used in English since the 15th century. Originally, it referred to a person who aided in the commission of a crime, later expanding to include items that complement or enhance something else.