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noun nu·tri·tion \ nu̇-ˈtri-shən , nyu̇- \

Definition of nutrition

1 :the act or process of nourishing or being nourished; specifically :the sum of the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and utilizes food substances

foods that are necessary for human nutrition

2 :nourishment 1

… get adequate nutrition both before and during the race.
—John Hanc

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nutritional

play \nu̇-ˈtrish-nəl, -ˈtri-shə-nᵊl, nyu̇-\ adjective

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nutritionally

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Examples of nutrition in a Sentence

The speaker discussed diet and nutrition with the class.
good nutrition and proper exercise

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The facility features a state-of-the-art weight room and locker room downstairs, with a nutrition center and tubs and players' lounge.

— drew champlin, AL.com, "UAB players to see inside of new facility for first time Thursday," 19 July 2017
But sugary baked goods can’t be composted, Floros said, and the Food Bank’s nutrition policy prevents it from giving clients the many sheet cakes, pies and other sweets that are donated.

— teri figueroa, sandiegouniontribune.com, "San Marcos company hits on spirited idea: Have cake and drink it too," 18 July 2017
Kenney and Brazier’s sports nutrition courses have run online since at least 2014, their social media showed.

— nancy dahlberg and carlos frías, miamiherald, "This celebrity chef brought Miami his innovative vegan food — and a trail of lawsuits," 15 July 2017
Julius was receiving a life supporting solution called total parenteral nutrition through an IV thanks to the development and donation of solutions from Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital.

— CBS News, "Baby giraffe Julius dies at Maryland Zoo, officials say," 15 July 2017
This lady takes nutrition and taste to a whole new level.

— Cincinnati.com, "By request: Chocolate zucchini bread, cake," 13 July 2017
Some people develop wounds after surgery that will not heal, possibly due to poor nutrition, an infection or diabetes, Dr. Patrick Fahey, RML's chief medical officer, said.

— kimberly fornek, chicagotribune.com, "RML specializes in hospital care for people on ventilators, with chronic wounds," 30 June 2017
The program is designed to educate parents and children about nutrition in a two-hour program that features stretching, dancing, singing, healthy food sampling, and one-on-one nutritional guidance and education, according to a WTTW news release.

— Naperville Sun, "Naperville News Digest," 30 June 2017
Nestlé promised new investment in its high-growth business like bottled water, coffee, infant nutrition and pet care.

— brian blackstone, WSJ, "Is Food Giant Nestlé Turning Away From Food?," 28 June 2017

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Origin and Etymology of nutrition

Middle English nutricioun, from Late Latin nutrition-, nutritio, from Latin nutrire

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Definition of nutrition for English Language Learners

: the process of eating the right kind of food so you can grow properly and be healthy

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noun nu·tri·tion \ nu̇-ˈtri-shən , nyu̇- \

Definition of nutrition for Students

:the act or process of nourishing or being nourished :the processes by which a living thing takes in and uses nutrients

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noun nu·tri·tion \ n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-ən \

medical Definition of nutrition

1 :the act or process of nourishing or being nourished; specifically :the sum of the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and utilizes food substances

2 :food 1, nourishment

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nutritional

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