auxiliary

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Definitions

adj.

Providing additional help or support; supplementary or held in reserve

辅助的,备用的

n.

A person, group, or device that provides supplementary support

辅助者,辅助物;助动词

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
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=auxiliary

Common Collocations

  • 1.auxiliary engine辅助发动机
  • 2.auxiliary force辅助力量

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The auxiliary engine provided backup power during the main engine failure.

  • 2.

    The auxiliary police force assists regular officers during emergencies.

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