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Meaning of the word accompany in English

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accompany

US /əˈkʌm.pə.ni/
UK /əˈkʌm.pə.ni/
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Verb

1.

go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort

Example:
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The children were accompanied by their parents.
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He agreed to accompany her to the party.
Synonym:
escortgo withattendchaperoneconvoy
2.

occur together with (something else)

Example:
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The main course was accompanied by a fine wine.
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The presentation was accompanied by slides and videos.
Synonym:
attendcoincide withgo hand in hand withbe associated with
3.

play a musical accompaniment for (a singer or other performer)

Example:
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She sang while her brother accompanied her on the piano.
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The choir was accompanied by a full orchestra.
Synonym:
play forprovide accompaniment for
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accompaniment