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Ancillary

Definition

(formal) Providing additional support or assistance to something more important; supplementary. Often used in academic, technical, and professional contexts to describe secondary or auxiliary systems, services, or personnel.

Example Sentences

1The university's ancillary services, including the library and career centre, are available to all students.
2Is it possible to design an ancillary system that can automatically switch to backup power in the event of a grid failure?
3The company's ancillary staff, including receptionists and administrative assistants, play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the office.
4The new policy aims to reduce the university's reliance on ancillary services and focus on core academic programmes.
5There is a growing recognition of the importance of ancillary healthcare services, such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy, in patient rehabilitation.

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