nourishes; nourished; nourishing
1
: to provide (someone or something) with food and other things that are needed to live, be healthy, etc.
Plants are nourished [=fed] by rain and soil.
Vitamins are added to the shampoo to nourish the hair.
a well-nourished baby
2
: to cause (something) to develop or grow stronger
a friendship nourished by trust
Her parents nourished [=supported] her musical talent.
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“Nourish.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/nourish. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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