accessory
US /əkˈses.ər.i/
UK /əkˈses.ər.i/
1.
a thing which can be added to something else in order to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive
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She bought a new phone accessory.
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Fashion accessories can complete an outfit.
2.
a person who helps in the commission of a crime but is not present at the scene
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He was charged as an accessory to the crime.
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The police are looking for an accessory after the fact.
1.
contributing to or aiding in a crime
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He was found accessory to the murder.