Pronunciation: [səpə͡lˈɪŋ] (IPA) 
"Suppling" is a variation of the verb "to suppl", meaning "to make supple or flexible". The spelling of "suppling" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /ˈsʌp.lɪŋ/. The first syllable is pronounced with the "u" sound as in "but" or "butter". The following "p" is followed by a short "i" sound as in "bit" or "fill". The final syllable ends with the "ng" sound as in "singing" or "running".
Suppling refers to the act or process of making something more flexible, compliant, or pliable, often in the context of physical objects or materials. It involves enhancing the adaptability or malleability of an item to improve its functionality, performance, or usability.
In the field of manufacturing or construction, suppling may involve various techniques to modify or treat materials in order to make them more malleable or flexible. This could include procedures such as heat treatment, mechanical shaping or bending, chemical treatments, or the application of specialized coatings, among others. These processes aim to reduce rigidity, increase ductility, or otherwise enhance the material's capacity to withstand forces or deformation without breaking or losing its integrity.
Suppling can also apply to the domain of equestrianism, particularly in relation to the training of horses. It refers to an essential part of horse training that focuses on developing the horse's suppleness, or its ability to move and respond to commands with ease and fluidity. Suppling exercises often involve specific techniques, such as bending, stretching, lateral movements, or transitions, to increase the horse's flexibility, balance, and coordination, ultimately improving its overall performance, responsiveness, and rideability.
Overall, suppling is a term that encompasses various methods and processes used to make objects more flexible, pliable, or responsive, whether it be in the manufacturing industry or in the context of equestrian training.
The word "suppling" is derived from the Old French verb "supplier", which means "to supply" or "to fulfill". It ultimately comes from the Latin word "supplere" with the same meaning. The term "suppling" emerged in Middle English, retaining its basic sense of providing or furnishing something. It is commonly used in contexts such as supplying goods, fulfilling needs, or granting requests.
