GRE Word List
SUBSIDIARY
furnishing aid or support : auxiliary
The meaning of the word subsidiary is furnishing aid or support : auxiliary.
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|---|---|
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
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| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |
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| machinations | an act of machinating |