supplement

/'sʌplimənt/
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supplement

He takes a daily vitamin supplement with his breakfast.

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
supplement

He takes a daily vitamin supplement with his breakfast.

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

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