noun
Music that supports a singer or another instrument.
The pianist provided accompaniment for the singer.
Common phrases & grammar
musical accompaniment · piano accompaniment
American English
How to pronounce accompaniments
nounB2
uhKUHMPneemnts
/əˈkʰəmp.ni.mn̩ts/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Related entry: accompaniment
Music that supports a singer or another instrument.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
noun
Food served with the main part of a meal.
Rice is a common accompaniment to grilled chicken.
Common phrases & grammar
accompaniment to a meal · accompaniment to a dish