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Suppletory

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

A source of supply..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A source of supply.
  2. A supplement.
  3. (now chiefly law) Making up for deficiencies; supplementary.

Example Sentences

Invent suppletories to excuse an evil man.
a suppletory oath

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What does suppletory mean?

Suppletory means A source of supply..

What is a synonym for suppletory?

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What is the opposite of suppletory?

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How do you use suppletory in a sentence?

Invent suppletories to excuse an evil man.

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