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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The report also details a broad range of federal, state and local efforts that focus on improving nutrition and boosting physical activity, said Solveig Cunningham, an Emory University global health expert who specializes in obesity. Jonel Aleccia, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2025 Carrots are up there among some of the foods that offer the most health benefits overall, but nutrition experts also want consumers to remember that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to eating healthy. Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025 Three of my priorities for the health of students in our district are nutrition, activity, and mental wellness. Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025 Their expert team includes professionals with specialities in health coaching, nutrition, and mental health counseling, providing a comprehensive and holistic wellness experience for each guest. Essence, 14 Oct. 2025 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 17 Oct. 2025.

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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