AUXILIARY
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Auxiliary.
Auxiliary - as a noun
Someone who acts as assistant
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aide5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assistant9help9helper11supporter13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Auxiliary - as an adjective satellite
Functioning in a supporting capacity
Example: "The main library and its auxiliary branches"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
subsidiary16supplemental18supplementary22Furnishing added support
Example: "An ancillary pump"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accessory16adjunct17adjuvant19ancillary14appurtenant15Auxiliary - as an adjective
Helping; giving assistance or support.
Example: "Auxiliary troops"
Supplementary or subsidiary.
Held in reserve for exceptional circumstances.
Of a ship, having both sails and an engine.
(grammar) relating to an auxiliary verb.
Example Sentences
"I need to call for auxiliary support in case of an emergency."
"The army dispatched auxiliary troops to assist in the rescue operation."
"The hospital has a team of auxiliary nurses who help with patient care."
"The company hired an auxiliary to handle administrative tasks."
"The auxiliary provided shelter for the victims of the natural disaster."
Word Game Points
Is AUXILIARY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, auxiliary is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AUXILIARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is AUXILIARY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, auxiliary is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAUXILIARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is AUXILIARY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, auxiliary is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAUXILIARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
