supplementation

[ suhp-luh-men-tey-shuhn, -muhn- ]

noun

1. the act or process of supplementing.
2. the state of being supplemented.
3. something that supplements.

Word History and Origins

Origin of supplementation¹

First recorded in 1850–55; supplement + -ation

Example Sentences

However, whether vitamin D supplementation lowers the risk of these diseases and what vitamin D blood levels are needed for better health have been debated for years.

From Science Daily

Though some have a genetic basis, at least half are caused by a folate deficiency, and a key 1991 Lancet study showed that 72% of neural tube defects could be prevented with folic acid supplementation.

From Seattle Times

The authors hope that their manuscript will contribute to the ongoing discourse on vitamin D supplementation guidelines.

From Science Daily

Professor Elina Hyppönen, who co-authored the study, said both preclinical studies and randomized controlled trials are necessary in order to determine how beneficial supplementation would be.

From Salon

Furthermore, they evaluated calcium's effect on enhancing plant resistance through controlled inoculation trials, providing a comprehensive view of how calcium supplementation could potentially bolster the potato plant's defense mechanisms against bacterial wilt.

From Science Daily