supplement

//ˈsʌpləmənt//
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Noun

supplementsPlural
1

Something added to complete a thing, make up for a deficiency, or extend or strengthen the whole.

The textbook comes with an online supplement that includes practice exercises.

2

A dietary product containing vitamins, minerals, or other nutritional substances taken to enhance health or nutrition.

She takes vitamin supplements every morning to stay healthy.

3

An additional section or part added to a book, document, or newspaper to provide further information.

The newspaper published a special supplement on environmental issues.

Verb

1

To add something to (something else) in order to complete, extend, or strengthen it.

She supplements her income by working part-time on weekends.

2

To provide an addition to something, especially to make up for a deficiency.

She supplements her income by working part-time on weekends.