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Definition auxiliary in American English

auxiliary adjective

adjective
/ɔɡˈzɪljəri/
1

auxiliary equipment or systems are available for use if the main one fails

Example

an auxiliary power unit

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2

auxiliary workers help more senior or permanent workers

Example

auxiliary nurses/troops/pilots

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Definition auxiliary in American English