Definition of Incidental
Incidental
in·ci·den·tal


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
occurring by chance, not intentionally, related to something else; accompanying something else, but not in a major or significant way;

e.g. We had an incidental shark sighting while scuba diving.

(adjective)
being likely to ensue or happen as a consequence of an activity;

e.g. The incidental risks of being a firefighter.

(noun)
an incidental or contingent expense, detail, etc.;

e.g. You will be provided an allowance to cover room, boarding, and other incidentals.



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