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supplement

The correct spelling is supplement.

How to pronounce supplement

noun

IPA: /ˈsʌpləmənt/

Say it like: Sup-ple-men-t

The correct spelling is supplement. Something added, especially to make up for a deficiency. For example: "There is a £2 supplement if you choose the steak."

Usage Examples

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

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Something added, especially to make up for a deficiency.
  2. 2.An extension to a document or publication that adds information, corrects errors or brings up to date.
  3. 3.An additional section of a newspaper devoted to a specific subject.
  4. 4.An angle that, when added to a given angle, makes 180°; a supplementary angle.
  5. 5.(nutrition) A vitamin, herbal extract or chemical compound ingested to meet dietary deficiencies or enhance muscular development.

verb

  1. 1.To provide or make a supplement to something.

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