nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist nu̇-ˈtri-sh(ə-)nist 

nyu̇-

: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Examples of nutritionist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Created in consultation with nutritionist and food consultant Ankita Jalori, the dishes on offer use millets, whole grains, lean proteins like chicken and fish, and low-fat dairy options, such as goat milk. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026

Membership covers monthly visits with a licensed clinician, lab testing, one-on-one nutritionist support and weekly group coaching. — Jay Sparks, USA Today, 5 July 2026

But the skating and skills drills, as well as meeting with nutritionists and sports psychologists, provide tutelage beyond the ice that should lead to success as their careers progress. — Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026

There’s scepticism around how effective supplements and vitamins like magnesium and collagen actually are, experts and nutritionists previously told CNBC. — Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 28 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nutritionist

• abolitionist
• exhibitionist
• prohibitionist

Kids Definition

nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nist 

: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Medical Definition

nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nəst 

: a specialist in the study of nutrition