accompanying

UK: əˈkʌmpəniɪŋ | US: əˈkʌmpəniɪŋ

Definition
  1. adj. present or occurring with something else as a feature or result

  2. v. (present participle of "accompany") to go or be with someone or something

Structure
ac <to>company <group>ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "accompany" originates from Old French acompaignier, meaning "to go with as a companion." It combines the prefix a- (from Latin ad-, meaning "to") with companion (from Latin companionem, "one who eats bread with another"). The suffix -ing forms the present participle, indicating ongoing action or state. The morphemes reflect the idea of joining or being alongside someone/something.

Examples
  1. The accompanying notes clarified the main report.

  2. She played the piano, with her brother accompanying on violin.

  3. The storm brought heavy rain and accompanying floods.

  4. The book includes an accompanying CD for pronunciation practice.

  5. His speech was delivered with accompanying gestures for emphasis.