accompaniment

/əˈkʌmpənimənt/
noun
  1. Music played to support a singer or main instrument.
    • The guitarist provided a gentle accompaniment for the violin solo.
    • Without accompaniment, the choir sounded thin and unsupported.
    • She sang the song with a piano accompaniment.
  2. Something that is served or added with another thing, especially food or drink.
    • Crackers are a common accompaniment to cheese.
    • The chef recommended a red wine as an accompaniment to the steak.
    • A fresh salad is the perfect accompaniment for grilled fish.
  3. Something that happens or exists at the same time as something else.
    • The loud music was an unwelcome accompaniment to our quiet dinner.
    • Rain was the constant accompaniment to their hiking trip.
    • The applause was a joyful accompaniment to the end of the play.
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