dodatak

Dodatak is a noun used in Croatian, Bosnian, and Serbian to denote something added to an existing whole. It derives from the verb dodati, meaning to add, and is used across several domains with subtle nuances.

In general usage, dodatak refers to an addition that completes or enhances something, such as an ingredient added to a dish or an item appended to a document. It conveys the idea of supplementary content rather than a replacement.

In the context of food and health, the term is most commonly encountered in compounds like dodatak prehrani (dietary supplement). These products contain vitamins, minerals, herbs or other substances intended to supplement the diet; they are not substitutes for a varied diet or medical treatment and are subject to local regulation and labeling requirements.

In legal and administrative settings, dodatak can mean an annex, attachment or rider to a contract, regulation, or report (dodatak ugovora, dodatak pravilnika). It indicates material appended to an original document, rather than the core text itself.

In information technology and software, dodatak is used for add-ons, plugins or extensions that extend the capabilities of a program or service. This sense mirrors the general notion of something added to improve functionality.

While related, prilog is another term often used for an attachment to a document, and is sometimes preferred in formal contexts; dodatak emphasizes an added element or supplement. Overall, the term encompasses various forms of addition across everyday language, law, nutrition, and technology.