accessorial
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/ˌæk.səˈsɔːr.i.əl/
(accessory)
supplementary item or accomplice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accessorial' originates from the word 'accessory', which comes from the Latin word 'accessorius', where 'accessus' meant 'approach' or 'addition'.
Historical Evolution
'accessorius' transformed into the Old French word 'accessoire', and eventually became the modern English word 'accessory', from which 'accessorial' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'something added', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to an accessory'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or serving as an accessory.
The accessorial charges were added to the final bill.
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Last updated: 2025/04/13 07:36