accompaniment

Meanings

• an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another
• a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
• something added to complete or embellish or make perfect
  • "wild rice was served as an accompaniment to the main dish"
• the act of accompanying someone or something in order to protect them

Synonyms

attendant, backup, co-occurrence, complement, concomitant, escort, musical accompaniment, support