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supplements

/ˈsʌpləmənts/ /ˈsʌplɪmənts/

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noun

Something added, especially to make up for a deficiency.

Examples :

""Because she wasn't getting enough vitamins from her diet, the doctor recommended she take daily supplements." "

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noun

An extension to a document or publication that adds information, corrects errors or brings up to date.

Examples :

"The professor handed out supplements to the textbook, including updated research and clarifications for the chapter on climate change. "

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noun

An additional section of a newspaper devoted to a specific subject.

Examples :

""My dad enjoys reading the travel supplements in the Sunday newspaper to plan our next family vacation." "

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noun

An angle that, when added to a given angle, makes 180°; a supplementary angle.

Examples :

"In geometry class, we learned that if one angle measures 60 degrees, its supplements measure 120 degrees. "

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noun

(nutrition) A vitamin, herbal extract or chemical compound ingested to meet dietary deficiencies or enhance muscular development.

Examples :

"Many people take vitamin supplements during the winter to boost their immune systems. "

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An additional charge, especially for food in a restaurant.

Examples :

"There is a £2 supplement if you choose the steak."

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verb

To provide or make a supplement to something.

Examples :

"The school provides free tutoring to supplement the regular classroom lessons for students who need extra help. "

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