suppletory

/ˈsʌplətɔri/
adjective
  1. Serving to supply a deficiency or fill a need; supplementary.
    • The teacher provided suppletory materials for students who needed extra help.
    • The museum's suppletory exhibit explained the historical context of the main display.
    • A suppletory clause was added to the contract to cover unforeseen expenses.
What does "suppletory" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean