nourishing

adjective

nour·​ish·​ing ˈnər-i-shiŋ How to pronounce nourishing (audio)
ˈnə-ri-
: giving nourishment : nutritious

Examples of nourishing in a Sentence

milk should be part of a nourishing breakfast
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Among the many simple, nourishing meals passed down through generations, few meals embody this as deeply as couscous with tomato and onion. Sami Tamimi august 6, Literary Hub, 6 Aug. 2025 To soothe, hydrate, and support the skin barrier, this nourishing formula has colloidal oatmeal and beta glucan. Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2025 The cream transforms into a nourishing oil upon application and is deeply moisturizing, smoothing roughness and accelerating overnight repair. Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025 Solo summer dates offer solitude, inviting slow mornings, nourishing meals, and moments of stillness to reconnect with yourself. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for nourishing

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Nourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nourishing. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

nourishing

adjective
nour·​ish·​ing
: giving nourishment : nutritious

Medical Definition

nourishing

adjective
nour·​ish·​ing
: giving nourishment : nutritious

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