accomplice
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of accomplice
First recorded in 1475–85; a(c) of uncertain origin + late Middle English complice, from Middle French, from Medieval Latin complici- (stem of complex ) “partner”; complex
Example Sentences
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If you and I went to breakfast together, I would never ask, “Do you want a pancake for the table?” because I don’t need you to be my accomplice.
From Los Angeles Times
They were received at the border by two Indian citizens, who escorted them into the northeastern state of Meghalaya before handing them over to two accomplices.
From Barron's
Wooden decks and fences were also common accomplices that helped embers ignite a structure.
From Los Angeles Times
The judge said the woman and her accomplice had abused Son's celebrity for their crime, and that Son appeared to have gone through "intense mental anguish" after the case was reported in the media.
From BBC
But to be an accomplice and share some minutes, then he is an option.
From BBC
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