Le complément
Example: Le complément de la commande arrive demain matin au dépôt.
Definition
"Le complément" in logistics refers to the additional items or quantities that complete or fulfill an order, ensuring it is whole and accurate. For example, "Le complément de la commande" means the supplementary part of the order arriving to fulfill it fully.
Etymology
The term "le complément" comes from the Latin word 'complementum,' meaning 'that which fills up or completes.' It entered French through Old French, retaining the sense of something that completes or supplements a whole. Did you know? The idea behind "le complément" reflects the need to fill gaps and make something perfect.
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"Le complément" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Logistics - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 107 commonly used words.
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