Meaning of the word subsidiary in English
What does subsidiary mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
subsidiary
US /səbˈsɪd.i.er.i/
UK /səbˈsɪd.i.ə.ri/
Noun
a company controlled by a holding company
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The large corporation has several subsidiaries operating in different countries.
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Our company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of a multinational conglomerate.
Adjective
of less importance than but related to something else
Example:
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The main report includes several subsidiary documents.
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These are subsidiary issues that can be addressed later.