micronutrient

noun

mi·​cro·​nu·​tri·​ent ˌmī-krō-ˈnü-trē-ənt How to pronounce micronutrient (audio)
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: 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

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Epsom salt is the common name for magnesium sulfate, and magnesium is a micronutrient that plants need. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025 Miner explained that regular whey protein contains slightly more micronutrients, such as calcium and potassium, and calories because of its carbohydrate content. Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2025 Various micronutrient deficiencies can also worsen outcomes. Michal Ruprecht, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025 Could Keep Your Skin Looking Young and Clear Some of the micronutrients in hazelnuts are also game-changing for skin health. Christina Manian, Health, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for micronutrient

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First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of micronutrient was in 1939

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“Micronutrient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/micronutrient. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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micronutrient

noun
mi·​cro·​nu·​tri·​ent -ˈn(y)ü-trē-ənt How to pronounce micronutrient (audio)
: 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

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