Main entry: accompaniment, escort
Definition: the act of accompanying someone or something in order to protect them
Main entry: complement, accompaniment
Definition: something added to complete or embellish or make perfect
Usage: a fine wine is a perfect complement to the dinner; wild rice was served as an accompaniment to the main dish
Main entry: support, accompaniment, backup, musical accompaniment
Definition: a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
Main entry: concomitant, accompaniment, attendant, co-occurrence
Definition: an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another