Definition

1. Noun:

   • A supplementary component that improves capability: Something added to complete or enhance something else, often to improve its function or value.
   • A quantity added (e.g., to make up for a deficiency): An extra amount provided to compensate for what is lacking.
   • Textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end: Additional material, such as an appendix, glossary, or update, included at the end of a book or document.

2. Verb:

   • Add to the very end: To attach something as an addition, typically at the conclusion of a text or list.
   • Serve as a supplement to: To function as an addition that provides extra value or makes up for a shortfall.
   • Add as a supplement to what seems insufficient: To provide an extra amount of something to improve or complete it.

Usage Examples

• Noun:

  • The newspaper includes a weekend supplement with articles on travel and food.
  • She takes a daily vitamin supplement to ensure she gets enough nutrients.
  • The book's supplement contains updated statistics and charts.

• Verb:

  • The author decided to supplement the report with an appendix of raw data.
  • He works a second job to supplement his income.
  • You can supplement your diet with more fruits and vegetables.

Advanced Usage

• "Dietary supplement": A product taken orally that contains a dietary ingredient intended to supplement the diet.

  • Many athletes use protein powder as a dietary supplement.

• "Supplementary material": Additional information or resources provided alongside a main text.

  • The online journal article includes supplementary material with detailed methodologies.

Variants and Related Words

• Supplementary (adj): Added to something to complete or enhance it.

  • The teacher provided supplementary reading materials for advanced students.

• Supplementation (n): The act of supplementing or the condition of being supplemented.

  • Iron supplementation is often recommended for individuals with anemia.

Synonyms

• Addendum: An item of additional material added at the end of a book or document.
• Appendix: A section of extra information at the end of a book.
• Complement: Something that completes or goes well with something else.

Related Phrasal Verbs / Constructions

• Supplement with: To add something extra to enhance or complete.
  • The main course was supplemented with a fresh side salad.

Related Idioms

Noun

1. a supplementary component that improves capability
2. a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency)
3. textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end

Verb

1. add to the very end
   • He appended a glossary to his novel where he used an invented language
2. serve as a supplement to
   • Vitamins supplemented his meager diet
3. add as a supplement to what seems insufficient
   • supplement your diet