Incidentally

Incidentally

Adverb · /ˌɪn.sɪˈden.tə.li/

Definition

Used to introduce a related but less important point; by the way. Also: in an incidental manner; happening as a side effect.

Origin

From incidental + -ly. Derived from Medieval Latin incidentalis. The conversational use as a discourse marker developed in the 18th century.