Definitions

1. noun

a substance or product that is produced in addition to the main product or result of a process

“The chemical plant’s byproduct was used to create a new type of fertilizer.”

2. noun

a secondary or indirect result of a particular action or event

“The company’s decision to move to a new location had several byproducts, including increased property values and a more skilled workforce.”

3. adjective

resulting from a particular process or action, especially in a way that is not intended or expected

“The new law had several byproduct effects on the local economy.”