nutrient

adjective

nu·tri·ent | \ ˈnü-trē-ənt

, ˈnyü-\

Definition of nutrient

(Entry 1 of 2)

: furnishing nourishment

nutrient

noun

Definition of nutrient (Entry 2 of 2)

: a substance or ingredient that promotes growth, provides energy, and maintains life Tomatoes contain a lot of nutrients, among them vitamins C and B-complex and the minerals iron and potassium. — Mayo Clinic Health Letter Most frugivores do not depend exclusively on fruits, because fruits tend to be deficient in certain nutrients such as protein, and because they are only seasonally available.— Robert Lee Smith Sandy soils need organic amendments to help them retain nutrients and water, which otherwise leach out quickly. — Sunset

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Synonyms & Antonyms for nutrient

Synonyms: Adjective

nourishing, nutritional, nutritious, nutritive

Antonyms: Adjective

nonnutritious, nonnutritive

Examples of nutrient in a Sentence

Adjective

a breakfast drink enriched with nutrient proteins and vitamins

Noun

Fruits and vegetables have important nutrients. The soil is low in nutrients. You need more nutrients in your diet.

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In their whole, natural form, grain seeds, or kernels, consist of three parts: the bran (the tough outer layer), the germ (the tiny, nutrient-dense core), and the endosperm (the largest, starchy part) the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) explains. — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, "What Exactly Are Refined Carbs?," 18 May 2019 These nutrient-powerhouses contain minerals that help boost immunity, balance blood pressure, and support healthy tissues. — Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, "How People Are Using "Seed Cycling" for Hormone Balance (And Whether or Not You Should Try It)," 16 May 2019 The brains, removed from animals that died in food-processing facilities, were hooked up to a system built by scientists at Yale University that pumped a nutrient-rich fluid through the organ for several hours. — Daniela Hernandez, WSJ, "Scientists Restore Some Brain Function After Death in Animal Experiments," 17 Apr. 2019 One of the world’s most nutrient-dense plants and the source of long chain omega-3s, certain algae species are now being specifically cultivated for the purpose of creating dietary supplements. — Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, "The One Nutrient You Probably Aren't Getting Enough Of, According to a Nutritionist," 15 Apr. 2019 Some orthorexics begin taking large amounts of supplements, powders, and probiotics to make their food even more nutrient-dense; others stop going out socially. — Jancee Dunn, Vogue, "Is Othorexia the Eating Disorder for the Digital Age?," 14 Dec. 2018 The traditional Muckleshoot food system was incredibly nutrient-dense compared to what's available in a supermarket. — Sandy M. Fernandez, Woman's Day, "How Three Women Are Pioneering to End Hunger in the U.S.," 14 Nov. 2018 DAILY DOSE Doctors recommend these nutrient-dense foods to help facilitate mental health. — Kathleen Squires, WSJ, "Feed Your Head: Foods That Target Depression and Anxiety," 26 July 2018 But populations proliferate rapidly in warm, slow-moving, nutrient rich waters, leading to thick blankets of algae that can spread across waterways. — Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, "A Toxic Algal Bloom Is Spreading in Florida’s Waterways," 10 July 2018

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To put it simply, macronutrients are the big, main nutrients — protein, fat, and carbohydrates — that are essential to keeping our bodies moving. — Colleen Stinchcombe, Redbook, "What Are Macros, Exactly?," 27 Aug. 2018 Natural mulches also decompose to form soil and provide a small amount of nutrients for growth. — Tom Maccubbin, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Most tomatoes won't grow in summer in Florida," 7 July 2018 This allows excess quantities of these nutrients to be stored in the body and utilized in times of need, like when fasting. — Kimberly Mugler, Philly.com, "Dos and donts of drinking alcohol on paleo, keto diets," 26 May 2018 In addition to carrying healthy doses of vital nutrients, Greek yogurt in particular can be a good source of protein for those attempting to lose weight. — Michael Mcgough, sacbee, "Spoonfuls of this snack could benefit adults with high blood pressure, study says," 17 Feb. 2018 Potassium-Rich Picks The above foods are also high in fiber—along with whole grains—another key nutrient for heart health. — Marygrace Taylor, Woman's Day, "4 Heart-Healthy Diet Changes Every Woman Should Make," 1 May 2019 Something was wrong with Florio’s placenta, and Connor hadn’t been receiving enough nutrients to grow at a normal rate. — Cathy Free, The Seattle Times, "Baby born last year weighing less than a soda can heads home for the first time," 12 Apr. 2019 The virus, according to the report, can infect the layer of cells in the placenta that's responsible for delivering nutrients to the fetus. — Macaela Mackenzie, Glamour, "Rift Valley Fever Could Be the Next Global Health Crisis For Pregnant Women," 10 Jan. 2019 Some of Caal Maquin’s symptoms — especially the vomiting — are consistent with severe dehydration, which can’t be fixed simply by drinking water without additional nutrients included. — Dara Lind, Vox, "The death of 7-year-old Jakelin Caal Maquin in Border Patrol custody isn’t an isolated outrage," 18 Dec. 2018

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nutrient

noun

English Language Learners Definition of nutrient

technical : a substance that plants, animals, and people need to live and grow

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nutrient

noun

nu·tri·ent | \ ˈnü-trē-ənt

, ˈnyü-\

Kids Definition of nutrient

: a substance that is needed for healthy growth, development, and functioning Fruits and vegetables have important nutrients. Plants get nutrients from the soil.