Someone who accedes to some act, now especially a crime; one who contributes as an assistant or instigator to the commission of an offense.
What does "Accessary" mean?
Accessary — Someone who accedes to some act, now especially a crime; one who contributes as an assistant or instigator to the commission of an offense.
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