incidental
UK /ɪnsɪˈdɛntəl/ US [ɪnsɪˈdɛ.ɾ̃əl]
adj 4noun 2
Definitions
adj
1
Loosely associated; of limited relevance except indirectly; only accidentally related.
That character, though colorful, is incidental to the overall plot.
incidental evidence
2
Existing tangentially, being a byproduct, a tangent, or a likely consequence.
Injuries are incidental to contact sports: they're going to happen.
3
Occurring by chance.
4
Entering or approaching, prior to reflection (more frequently incident).
noun
1
Minor items, not further defined. Incidental expense.
She's costing us a lot in incidentals.
2
Something that is incidental.
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