Supplementary feature: meaning, definitions and examples

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supplementary feature

 

[ ˌsʌplɪˈmɛntri ˈfiːtʃə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

software development

An additional aspect or functionality that enhances the main features of a product or system.

Synonyms

additional, addon, enhancement, extra.

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Word Description / Examples
supplementary feature

Use in a professional or technical context to describe a feature added to an existing product or service to enhance its functionality.

  • The new software update includes several supplementary features that improve user experience
additional

Common in all contexts, from casual to professional, to describe something that is added to what was already in place.

  • Could you provide some additional information on the project?; She asked for additional time to complete the task
extra

Casual and versatile word used to describe something additional, often implying something optional or more than necessary.

  • Would you like some extra toppings on your pizza?; He brought extra cash for the trip
addon

Typically used in the context of computing or gaming to describe an optional extension or extra component that can be added to a system or product.

  • I installed a new addon for my favorite video game
  • ; The browser has several useful addons for web developers
enhancement

Used in a professional or technical setting to describe improvements designed to raise the performance, quality, or functionality of something.

  • The software enhancement has significantly increased the processing speed
  • ; The body enhancement program includes diet and exercise plans

Examples of usage

  • This software update includes a supplementary feature for improved security.
  • The supplementary feature allows users to customize their experience further.

Translations

Translations of the word "supplementary feature" in other languages:

🇵🇹 característica suplementar

🇮🇳 पूरक विशेषता

🇩🇪 ergänzendes Merkmal

🇮🇩 fitur tambahan

🇺🇦 додаткова функція

🇵🇱 cecha uzupełniająca

🇯🇵 補足的な機能

🇫🇷 caractéristique supplémentaire

🇪🇸 característica suplementaria

🇹🇷 ek özellik

🇰🇷 보충 기능

🇸🇦 ميزة تكميلية

🇨🇿 doplňková funkce

🇸🇰 doplnková funkcia

🇨🇳 补充功能

🇸🇮 dopolnilna funkcija

🇮🇸 viðbótar eiginleiki

🇰🇿 қосымша функция

🇬🇪 დამატებითი ფუნქცია

🇦🇿 əlavə xüsusiyyət

🇲🇽 característica suplementaria

Etymology

The term 'supplementary feature' originated in the field of software development to describe additional functionalities that are not part of the core product but enhance its overall value. As technology has advanced, the concept of supplementary features has become increasingly important in providing users with customizable and personalized experiences.