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supplement definition

sup·ple·ment (sup′lə mənt; for v., -ment′)

noun

  1. something added, esp. to make up for a lack or deficiency
  2. a section added to a book or the like to give additional information, correct errors in the body of the work, etc.
  3. ☆ a separate section containing feature stories, comic strips, or the like, issued with a newspaper
  4. the amount to be added to a given angle or arc to make 180° or a semicircle

Etymology: ME < L supplementum < supplere: see supply

transitive verb

to provide a supplement to; add to, esp. so as to make up for a lack or deficiency

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supplement Synonyms

supplement

n.

sequel, continuation, complement; see addition 2, appendix.


supplement

v.

add to, supply, fill up, complete, extend, augment, supply a need, reinforce, strengthen, fortify, increase, buttress, subsidize, enhance, enrich, go hand in hand with; see also improve 1, increase 1.


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Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

supplement Usage Examples

Object

  • diet: I had asked the question because a number of canal boats carried a shotgun, to supplement the diet.

Converse of object

  • formulate: Mackerel, herrings and sardines are good sources, or try fish oil supplements specially formulated for pregnant women.

Preposition: over

  • gram: Avoid supplementing over 1 gram of vitamin C daily if using the contraceptive pill.

Adjective modifier

  • nutritional: Sulfur There are many nutritional supplements used in order to boost joint health.

Noun used with modifier

  • vitamin: Hair Formula 37 hair vitamin supplement for faster hair growth.

Preposition: of

  • vitamin: You might want to think about taking a 10 microgram supplement of vitamin D each day.

Preposition: with

  • magnesium: When these adults were supplemented with magnesium for two years, their bone mineral density increased significantly.

Preposition: for

  • occupancy: A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms.
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