In the Soliloquy lexicon
corollary
/kəˈrɒl.ər.i/
noun
A proposition or consequence that follows naturally from something already proved or established.
Used in a sentence
A corollary of the new policy is that fewer forms will be required.
Where it comes from
From Latin corollarium ‘a garland, gratuity,’ from corolla ‘little crown or wreath,’ diminutive of corona ‘crown,’ later meaning an incidental deduction.
A small story
The old astronomer folded the letter beside his calculations and watched rain silver the observatory glass. If the star had dimmed precisely as the figures foretold, then his son’s return was no miracle but a corollary of distance, time, and a promise kept. Still, he left the lamp burning.
Nearby words
Keep corollary — and watch it become a star.
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