Sustentative

adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Adapted to sustain, strengthen, or corroborate. not-comparable
"sustentative citations or quotations"
2
Relating to those functions of the body which affect its material composition and thus determine its mass. not-comparable
"sustentative selection"

Synonyms

bearing bracing burdened carrying holding supporting

Example

"sustentative citations or quotations"

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