supplementation
Americannoun
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the act or process of supplementing.
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the state of being supplemented.
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something that supplements.
Etymology
Origin of supplementation
First recorded in 1850–55; supplement + -ation
Example Sentences
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Based on the available evidence, the authors conclude that the findings "do not support routine supplementation with calcium or vitamin D, or combined supplementation to prevent fractures and falls."
From Science Daily • Jun. 15, 2026
The researchers note that phosphatidylcholine supplementation remained effective even when introduced during middle or advanced age.
From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026
Evidence does not support universal supplementation for all older adults.
From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026
Researchers found that collagen supplementation can provide measurable benefits for skin health and osteoarthritis symptoms, but offers little help when it comes to boosting sports performance.
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
Indeed, it is questionable whether a gospel of mere simplification, extension and supplementation of the Law would ever have made permanent conquest of the Gentile world.
From The Making of the New Testament by Bacon, Benjamin Wisner
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