supplemented
|sup-ple-ment-ed|
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/ˈsʌpləˌmɛntɪd/
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/ˈsʌplɪˌmɛntɪd/
(supplement)
addition to complete
Etymology
Etymology Information
'supplement' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'supplementum', where 'supplere' meant 'to fill up'.
Historical Evolution
'supplementum' transformed into the Old French word 'supplement', and eventually became the modern English word 'supplement'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fill up or complete', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'supplement'.
The diet was supplemented with vitamins.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41