accompaniment

noun ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about accompaniment at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

1. An event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another.
2. A musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts.
3. Something added to complete or embellish or make perfect.

   a fine wine is a perfect complement to the dinner