supplies
Translation
supplies, provisions, stock, equipment
Examples
We need to order more office supplies.
We need to order more office supplies.
Emergency supplies were sent to the victims.
Emergency supplies were sent to the victims.
Grammar Patterns
a stock of goods or equipment We need to order more office supplies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: provisions, stock, resources, materials
Etymology
From Latin 'supplere' (to fill up). Things used to 'fill up' a need.
Memory Tips
Think of 'supplies' as the plural items you 'supply' to someone. Often used for specific categories like 'office supplies' or 'medical supplies'.