digestive

1 of 2

noun

di·​ges·​tive dī-ˈje-stiv How to pronounce digestive (audio)
də-
: an aid to digestion especially of food

digestive

2 of 2

adjective

1
: relating to or functioning in digestion
the digestive system
digestive disorders
digestive organs
2
: having the power to cause or promote digestion
digestive enzymes
digestively adverb

Examples of digestive in a Sentence

Adjective the digestive system of the body
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
This means that the treats contain only essential components, minimizing potential allergens that could trigger digestive upset in sensitive dogs. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 Aug. 2023 The natural recipe is loaded with glucosamine, chondroitin, biotin, amino acids, vitamin A, and probiotics for optimal digestive and gut health. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2022 The ideal approach to do this is to feed your pet a digestive (also known as gastrointestinal) food, which will help support the stomach and gut function. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2022 My mother knew the spice’s sulfur compounds as an antiseptic, an antispasmodic, a digestive, a diuretic, an expectorant, a sedative, and a laxative. Madhur Jaffrey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2022 On the other hand, Tequila is drunk as an aperitive, alone as is wine, for example, during dinner or in cocktails and as an after-dinner digestive, so the pairing with cheese is natural for us. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 1 May 2022 As a substitute, I was offered coarse digestives and tea in a thin plastic cup that was too hot to hold. The Economist, 28 Jan. 2020 Many traditional digestives can be cloying and overpoweringly bitter, rendering them largely inaccessible to more sensitive palates. John Debary, Bloomberg.com, 22 Dec. 2017
Adjective
Eat more fruits and vegetables for more fiber to influence digestive health, eat more healthy fats for heart health, and move more for better blood pressure and blood sugar. Rebecca Jaspan, Mph, Rd, Health, 21 Sep. 2023 And habitual or chronic mouth breathers are subject to a series of health concerns, namely chronic fatigue, lung function, and digestive issues. Samantha Leal, Allure, 19 Sep. 2023 They have long been used to treat digestive disorders and to treat arthritis and eczema. Treehugger Editors, Treehugger, 7 Sep. 2023 Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis The gut and the brain are intertwined via the gut-brain axis, a communication network of nerves, neurotransmitters, and gut microbes implicated in digestive disorders. Andrea Michelson, Verywell Health, 31 Aug. 2023 When asked what advice Anderson would give to individuals who may be experiencing digestive symptoms but are hesitant to seek medical help, her advice is simple. Sandra Rose Salathe, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2023 Also, be mindful that certain foods — and drinks — can trigger excess digestive discomfort. Christine Nguyen, D.o. Mayo Foundation For Medical Education and Research, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2023 Hemp seed oil's ability to combat inflammation can also benefit physical conditions associated with anxiety, such as muscle tension or digestive issues. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 Sep. 2023 In addition to the effect carbonation has on the stomach, the high sugar content and artificial sweeteners in many sodas can lead to further digestive distress. Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of digestive was in the 14th century

Dictionary Entries Near digestive

Cite this Entry

“Digestive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digestive. Accessed 29 Sep. 2023.

Kids Definition

digestive

adjective
di·​ges·​tive
dī-ˈjes-tiv,
də-
1
: of or relating to digestion
digestive processes
2
: having the power to cause or help digestion
digestive enzymes

Medical Definition

digestive

1 of 2 noun
di·​ges·​tive -ˈjes-tiv How to pronounce digestive (audio)
1
: something that aids digestion especially of food compare digestant
2
: a substance which promotes suppuration

digestive

2 of 2 adjective
1
: relating to or functioning in digestion
digestive processes
2
: having the power to cause or promote digestion
digestive enzymes
digestively adverb
digestiveness noun

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