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What is an English word with the suffix ary?

There are many English words with the suffix "-ary". Here are a few examples:

* Dictionary: a book containing words listed alphabetically with their definitions

* Secretary: a person employed to handle correspondence, keep records, and perform other clerical duties

* Military: relating to the armed forces

* Elementary: basic, fundamental

* Honorary: given as an honor, without pay or duties

* Sanctuary: a sacred or safe place

* Auxiliary: providing additional support

* Necessary: essential, required

* Stationary: not moving, fixed in place

The suffix "-ary" often indicates:

* Place or thing: (e.g., dictionary, sanctuary)

* Function or activity: (e.g., secretary, auxiliary)

* Quality or characteristic: (e.g., military, elementary, honorary)

* Relationship or connection: (e.g., necessary, stationary)

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