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Definition of Subsidiary
1. Adjective. Functioning in a supporting capacity. "The main library and its auxiliary branches"
Exact synonyms: Auxiliary, Supplemental, Supplementary
Similar to: Secondary
Derivative terms: Auxiliary, Subsidiarity, Supplement, Supplement
Similar to: Secondary
Derivative terms: Auxiliary, Subsidiarity, Supplement, Supplement
2. Noun. An assistant subject to the authority or control of another.
Exact synonyms: Foot Soldier, Subordinate, Underling
Generic synonyms: Assistant, Help, Helper, Supporter
Specialized synonyms: Associate, Bottom Dog, Cog, Man, Second Banana, Second Fiddle
Derivative terms: Subordinate, Subordinate, Subordinate
Generic synonyms: Assistant, Help, Helper, Supporter
Specialized synonyms: Associate, Bottom Dog, Cog, Man, Second Banana, Second Fiddle
Derivative terms: Subordinate, Subordinate, Subordinate
3. Noun. A company that is completely controlled by another company.
Definition of Subsidiary
1. a. Furnishing aid; assisting; auxiliary; helping; tributary; especially, aiding in an inferior position or capacity; as, a subsidiary stream.
2. n. One who, or that which, contributes aid or additional supplies; an assistant; an auxiliary.
Definition of Subsidiary
1. Adjective. auxiliary or supplemental ¹
2. Adjective. secondary or subordinate ¹
3. Adjective. of, or relating to a subsidy ¹
4. Noun. A company owned by the parent company or holding company ¹
5. Noun. (music) a subordinate theme ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Subsidiary
1. [n -RIES]