nutrition

noun

nu·​tri·​tion nu̇-ˈtri-shən How to pronounce nutrition (audio) nyu̇- How to pronounce nutrition (audio)
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 sense 1
… get adequate nutrition both before and during the race.John Hanc
nutritional adjective
nutritionally adverb

Examples of nutrition in a Sentence

The speaker discussed diet and nutrition with the class. good nutrition and proper exercise
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These include firefighters, emergency workers, teachers, nutrition professionals, custodial workers, medical assistants, etc. Ron Swain, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 McRib calories, nutrition information Here are nutrition details on McDonald's McRib, according to the restaurant chain (percentage of daily values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet). Mike Snider, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024 Good nutrition, along with ample sleep and good exercise, provide fuel that promotes your health, mood and mindful productivity at work. Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 Everyone has a pelvic floor ( yes, even men!), and it can be affected by a variety of factors like age, activity level, nutrition, prior surgeries, injuries, hormones and even genetics. Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 19 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nutrition 

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of nutrition was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Nutrition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutrition. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

nutrition

noun
nu·​tri·​tion n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-ən How to pronounce nutrition (audio)
1
: the act or process of nourishing or being nourished
especially : the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and makes use of food substances
2

Medical Definition

nutrition

noun
nu·​tri·​tion n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-ən How to pronounce nutrition (audio)
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
nutritional adjective
nutritionally adverb

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