micronutrient

noun

mi·​cro·​nu·​tri·​ent ˌmī-krō-ˈnü-trē-ənt 

-ˈnyü-

: a chemical element or substance (such as calcium or vitamin C) that is essential in minute amounts to the growth and health of a living organism see trace element compare macronutrient

Examples of micronutrient in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Add Fruits and Seeds to Increase Fiber Adding ingredients such as fruits and seeds to oats can increase your daily intake of fiber, micronutrients, and antioxidants. — Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026

Nuts also pack micronutrients, minerals, and vitamins. — Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026

Along with that, micronutrients such as iron and magnesium become more readily available for the hydrangea. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026

How To Fertilize Tomatoes Feed plants regularly with a balanced, complete fertilizer that contains micronutrients. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for micronutrient

• nutrient

Medical Definition

micronutrient

noun

mi·​cro·​nu·​tri·​ent -ˈn(y)ü-trē-ənt 

: a chemical element or substance (such as calcium or vitamin C) that is essential in minute amounts to growth and health see trace element compare macronutrient