well-supplied
|well/sup/plied|
B2
/wɛl səˈplaɪd/
(supply)
provide or furnish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'supply' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'soupleer,' where 'sou-' meant 'under' and 'pleer' meant 'to fill.'
Historical Evolution
'soupleer' transformed into the Middle English word 'supplyen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'supply.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fill up or complete,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'providing or furnishing something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a plentiful amount of something.
The pantry was well-supplied with canned goods.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41