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accessory Definition

ac·ces·sory (ak ses′ər ē, ək-; also ə ses′-)

adjective

  1. extra; additional; helping in a secondary or subordinate way
  2. Geol. occurring in minor amounts in a specified rock; nonessential accessory minerals are disregarded in classifying rocks
  3. Law acting as an accessory; helping in an unlawful act

Etymology: ML accessorius < L accessus, pp. of accedere, accede

noun pl. -·ries

  1. something extra; thing added to help in a secondary way; specif.,
    1. an article worn or carried to complete one's costume, as purse, gloves, etc.
    2. a piece of optional equipment for convenience, comfort, appearance, etc. the accessories of an automobile
  2. Law a person who, though absent, helps another to break or escape the law; accomplice

Etymology: ME accessorie < ML: see accessorythe

accessory Idioms

accessory before (or after) the fact

a person who, though absent at the commission of a felony, aids or abets the accused before (or after) its commission

accessory Synonyms

accessory

n.

accomplice, confederate, abettor, assistant; see associate.

accessory Law Definition

n

  1. Additional; aiding the principal design; contributory; secondary; subordinate; supplemental.
  2. One who aids or contributes to the commission or concealment of a crime or assists others in avoiding apprehension for the crime but not present when the crime was committed. Mere silence or approval of the crime is insufficient to make one an accessory; the person must take steps to facilitate the commission or concealment of the crime or the avoidance of the criminal’s capture. See also misprision of felony, accomplice, aid and abet, conspiracy, and principal.
accessory after the fact
One who was not at the scene of a crime but knowingly assists, comforts, or receives a person known to have committed a crime or to be sought for the commission or attempted commission of a crime, in an attempt to hinder or prevent the felon’s arrest or punishment. Such a person is normally regarded as less culpable than the criminal and is subject to prosecution for obstruction of justice.
accessory before the fact
One who assists, commands, counsels, encourages, or procures another to commit a crime, but is not present when the crime is committed. Such a person, known as an aider and abettor, is normally considered as culpable as the person who actually commits the crime and is normally treated by the law as an accomplice. See also aid and abet.
accessory Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • furnish: BAER AND INGRAM On line sales of furnishing accessories in their toile de jouy and country living collections.
  • handcraft: Profile: Brasilis Imports Ltd is a UK-based company specializing in importing and supplying jewelry and handcrafted accessories from Brazil throughout the UK.
  • co-ordinate: A Breathtaking collection of handcrafted Stationery, and co-ordinating accessories, to capture and express the individuality of your special day.
  • console: Consoles And Gadgets - GC Nintendo GameCube Gamecube games console accessories.
  • sell: We also sell accessories, that will make your wedding tables look fantastic.

Adjective modifier

  • bridal: Bridal dresses delivered outside the UK, as well as bridal accessories, must be returned at the sender's expense.
  • optional: However, to get the most out of the system, you will have to spend some extra cash on optional accessories.
  • decorative: Hunters can scavenge defeated monsters for food, collect bones for weapons and armor, and even use pieces for decorative accessories.
  • stylish: Truly stylish Individual and stylish accessories can be difficult to source but an Oxford boutique has some original answers.
  • hands-free: The cost of azar sales manager sell hands-free accessories.
  • mobile: BBC Technology mobile phones accessories site: Telecoms: Mobile Accessories.

Modifies a noun

  • tray: The integrated accessory tray with two roomy holders comes as standard on the X3i.
  • retailer: They are available from all good car accessory retailers and bookshops including: Halfords, Motor World and WH Smith.
  • pack: Completing the package are twin headphone sockets, a credit card sized remote control and a handy accessory pack.

Noun used with modifier

  • ipod: We have the widest range of R/C Toys & iPod Accessories in the UK.
  • fashion: Apple iPods are fashion accessories which means that they need to look good.
  • hair: Coming in are CDs, more clothes and a hundred weight of hair accessories!
  • bathroom: Bathroom Accessories Great value bathroom accessories to add the finishing touches to any bathroom.
  • wiring: We supply a wide range of quality wiring accessories, indoor and outdoor lighting at unbeatable prices!
  • aftermarket: Aftermarket and Dealer Add-Ons The aftermarket accessories for the MGTF where very popular, especially in the United States.