by-product
noun
by-prod·uct
| \ ˈbī-ˌprä-(ˌ)dəkt
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Definition of by-product
1
: something produced in a usually industrial or biological process in addition to the principal product
a chemical by-product of the oil-refining process
2
: a secondary and sometimes unexpected or unintended result
The loss of jobs is an unfortunate by-product of technological advancements in the industry.
Synonyms & Antonyms for by-product
Synonyms
derivate, derivation, derivative, offshoot, outgrowth, spin-off
Antonyms
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by-product
noun
English Language Learners Definition of by-product
: something that is produced during the production or destruction of something else
: something that happens as a result of something else
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by-product
noun
by-prod·uct
| \ ˈbī-ˌprä-dəkt\
Kids Definition of by-product
: something produced (as in manufacturing) in addition to the main product
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