adjective ~ (to sth)
1 providing necessary support to the main work or activities of an organization:
ancillary staff / services / equipment * Ancillary workers in the health service such as cooks and cleaners are often badly paid.
2 in addition to sth else but not as important:
ancillary rights under the law
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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