SUPPLE


Meaning of SUPPLE in English

/ ˈsʌpl; NAmE / adjective

1.

able to bend and move parts of your body easily into different positions :

her slim, supple body

These exercises will help to keep you supple.

2.

soft and able to bend easily without cracking :

Moisturizing cream helps to keep your skin soft and supple.

►  supple·ness noun [ U ]

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WORD ORIGIN

Middle English : from Old French souple , from Latin supplex , supplic- submissive, from sub- under + placere placate.

Oxford Advanced Learner's English Dictionary.      Оксфордский английский словарь для изучающик язык на продвинутом уровне.