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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This includes exercise, balanced nutrition, and even mindset techniques aimed at slowing down the aging process while promoting health.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
In a category where safety, nutrition, and availability are non-negotiable, even slight disruptions have outsized consequences.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
Most people who study nutrition agree, reducing the amount of soda Americans consume would be good for the nation's health.
—Katia Riddle, NPR, 3 Apr. 2025
The Mansfield Public Library used $23,500 to start a mobile makerspace, which focused on STEM and nutrition education.
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Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
In a category where safety, nutrition, and availability are non-negotiable, even slight disruptions have outsized consequences.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
Most people who study nutrition agree, reducing the amount of soda Americans consume would be good for the nation's health.
—Katia Riddle, NPR, 3 Apr. 2025
The Mansfield Public Library used $23,500 to start a mobile makerspace, which focused on STEM and nutrition education.
—Kate Marijolovic, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Nutrition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutrition. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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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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