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collateral
01
nevenachtig, afgeleide
happening as an indirect result of something but not as significant
Example
The collateral damage from the explosion was minimal but still noteworthy.
She provided collateral evidence to support her argument.
02
neven, secundair
additional but less important, often connected to a main element
Example
While the primary objective of the project was to enhance customer satisfaction, there were collateral advantages, including increased brand loyalty.
The implementation of the new software had collateral consequences, leading to temporary disruptions in the workflow.
03
descended from a shared ancestor, but through a side branch rather than a direct lineage
Example
The family reunion included both direct and collateral descendants, all tracing back to the same great-grandparent.
Her collateral relatives were distant cousins, with no immediate blood tie but a shared ancestral connection.
Example
The road runs collateral to the railway tracks, allowing for efficient transportation and connectivity.
Adjacent to the main building, there is a collateral structure that houses additional offices.
05
providing additional support or context
Example
The lawyer presented collateral evidence to strengthen the case.
Collateral research helped provide additional context for the study.
Collateral
Example
When securing a loan, the bank often requires borrowers to provide collateral, such as real estate or vehicles, to mitigate the risk of default.
The pawnshop accepted the diamond necklace as collateral for the short-term loan.
word family
collater
Noun
collateral
Adjective
collateralize
Verb
collateralize
Verb
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