accompaniment
US /əˈkʌm.pən.ɪ.mənt/
UK /əˈkʌm.pən.ɪ.mənt/
1.
a musical part that supports or partners another instrument, voice, or group
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The piano provided a beautiful accompaniment to the singer's voice.
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She played the violin with a guitar accompaniment.
2.
something that is provided or occurs with something else
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The wine was a perfect accompaniment to the meal.
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Headaches are a common accompaniment to stress.