-ary

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /əri/

Suffix

Suffix -ary

1. Used to form adjectives, indicating "relating to" or "connected with."

   The library is a literary treasure. (literature + ary)

2. Used to form nouns, indicating a place or a person associated with something.

   The library is open until 8 PM. (liber + ary)

   The secretary took notes during the meeting. (secret + ary)