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Definition accompany in British English

accompany verb

[transitive] verb
/əˈkʌmp(ə)ni/
1

to go with someone to a place or event

Example

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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2

to happen or exist while something else is happening

Example

A sore throat may be accompanied by fever.

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3

to appear or be provided with something else, as an addition or explanation

Example

There was no accompanying note or letter.

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4

to play the supporting music while someone sings or plays the main tune

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Definition accompany in British English