Synonyms for

Subsidiaries

Verb / sʌˈbsɪdi:ˌeri:z / Another word for subsidiaries — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Subsidiaries are companies that are owned or controlled by another company.

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Common collocations

  • wholly owned subsidiaries
  • foreign subsidiaries
  • subsidiaries of the company
  • parent company and subsidiaries
  • acquire subsidiaries
  • establish subsidiaries
  • manage subsidiaries

Word family

adjective subsidiary

Usage note

This term is primarily used in business and legal contexts to refer to companies controlled by a larger parent company. It is not typically used in informal conversation.

Example sentences

  1. The car company has several subsidiaries that make different parts of the car.
  2. The supermarket chain has subsidiaries in many different countries.
  3. The movie studio has a subsidiary that makes video games based on their movies.
  4. The parent company sold one of its subsidiaries to another company.
  5. The tech company's subsidiary developed a new app for smartphones.

Quotes

  • We believe our subsidiaries will be better managed as independent companies.
  • A parent company has a duty to its subsidiaries to act in their best interests.
  • We have to keep track of the finances of all our subsidiaries around the world.

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