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nutrition

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As a noun, nutrition means the organic process by which an organism assimilates food and uses it for growth and maintenance.

Meanings of nutrition

4 meanings

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  1. biologyThe organic process by which an organism assimilates food and uses it for growth and maintenance.

  2. That which nourishes; nutriment.

    “I accidentally ate a worm which was in my apple - my uncle said the extra nutrition would do me good.”

  3. A source of materials to nourish the bodyfood

    Similar: nutriment, nourishment, sustenance, aliment, alimentation, victuals

  4. The scientific study of food and drink (especially in humans)

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noun: a source of materials to nourish the body
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