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What is another word for Subsidiary? – 120 Subsidiary Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

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    Meaning of Subsidiary

    A company that is owned or controlled by another company.

    Definitions

    • A company whose assets, profits, or voting rights are controlled by another company, often a parent company.
    • A secondary or subordinate organization, especially one that is affiliated with a larger or more important one.
    • A company that is a subsidiary of a parent company, often operating as a separate entity.

    Etymology of Subsidiary

    The word "subsidiary" originates from the Latin "subsidium," meaning "assistance" or "support," and the Latin "subsidarius," meaning "providing assistance."
    The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a secondary or subordinate organization, and its meaning has evolved over time to include its modern business connotation.

    Example Uses

    • The company's subsidiary in Europe is responsible for managing its international operations.
    • The subsidiary company will be spun off from its parent company and listed on the stock exchange.
    • The government has invested in a subsidiary organization to promote economic development in the region.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    independent self-contained autonomous separate standalone solo individual freestanding unaffiliated unrelated unconnected disconnected detached isolated standalone company independent company solo enterprise autonomous organization