Definition of supple
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: compliant often to the point of obsequiousness
b
: readily adaptable or responsive to new situations
supple
verbDefinition of supple (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to make pacific or complaisant
supple the tempers of your race— Laurence Sterne
2
: to alleviate with a salve
3
: to make flexible or pliant
: to become soft and pliant
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The first known use of supple was in the 14th century
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