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an·cil·lary (an′sə ler′ē, an sil′ər ē)
adjective
- subordinate: often with to
- that serves as an aid; auxiliary
Etymology: < L ancillaris < ancilla, maidservant, dim. of fem. of anculus, servant
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Alternate definitions:
Infinitive complement
- transport: A package is a combination of any two of: accommodation, transport, or other tourist services not ancillary to transport.
Adjective modifier
- other: Modular mounting options and dovetail slots for adding sensors and other ancillaries are also included in the housing profile.
Modifies a noun
- features:-: Ancillary features:- new hall added to the north side of the church in recent years.
Modifying Another Word
- merely: Normally they will be merely ancillary to the strictly religious activities.
Used with adjective complement
- remain: Permission will only be given in these circumstances where the retailing use remains ancillary to the primary business use of the premises.
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