ancillary
Something that serves an ancillary function, such as an easel for a painter.
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Definition of Ancillary
Something that serves an ancillary function, such as an easel for a painter.
How to use Ancillary
Ancillary is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for Ancillary
Antonyms for Ancillary
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FAQ
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How many syllables does ancillary have?
Ancillary has 4 syllables: anc·ill·ary. The word is broken into 4 spoken beats.
What part of speech is ancillary?
Ancillary is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for ancillary?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for ancillary. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use ancillary in a sentence?
Ancillary can be used in sentences where a noun describing something that serves an ancillary function, such as an easel for a painter. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as ancillary?
Ancillary starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does ancillary have?
Ancillary has 9 letters. It contains 4 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.