nutrition
noun
nu·tri·tion
nu̇-ˈtri-shən 
nyu̇-
nyu̇-
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.—
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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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Rotating choices among several nutrient-dense fish, including sardines and tuna, but also salmon, mackerel, and other fish, can help balance benefits and nutrition.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
Air India has programs in place around nutrition, wellness, mental health, fatigue management and exercise to help cabin crew members manage their health optimally.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Twenty years after her diagnosis, Stones manages the condition through regular exercise and good nutrition and advocates for bone health, developing bone-friendly recipes inspired by her love of baking and shared with the Royal Osteoporosis Society in the United Kingdom.
—Hadia Zainab, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
The nonprofit offers programming in cooking and nutrition, fitness, music, art and faith.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
Air India has programs in place around nutrition, wellness, mental health, fatigue management and exercise to help cabin crew members manage their health optimally.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Twenty years after her diagnosis, Stones manages the condition through regular exercise and good nutrition and advocates for bone health, developing bone-friendly recipes inspired by her love of baking and shared with the Royal Osteoporosis Society in the United Kingdom.
—Hadia Zainab, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
The nonprofit offers programming in cooking and nutrition, fitness, music, art and faith.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Nutrition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutrition. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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nutrition
noun
nu·tri·tion
n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-ən
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
Medical Definition
nutrition
noun
nu·tri·tion
n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-ən
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
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