nutrient
Americanadjective
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nourishing; nourishing; providing nourishment or nutriment.
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containing or conveying nutriment, as solutions or vessels of the body.
noun
noun
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any of the mineral substances that are absorbed by the roots of plants for nourishment
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any substance that nourishes an organism
adjective
Other Word Forms
- nonnutrient adjective
Etymology
Origin of nutrient
First recorded in 1640–50; from Latin nūtrient-, stem of nūtriēns “feeding,” present participle of nūtrīre “to feed”; nourish
Example Sentences
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The fungi, known as mycorrhizal, form partnerships with tree roots and act as underground support networks, helping trees access nutrients and water in exchange for carbon.
From BBC
Slurry, made up of animal manure and farmyard water run-off, contains vital nutrients for growing grass, crops and plants.
From BBC
The paper, titled "The role of phenylalanine and tyrosine in longevity: a cohort and Mendelian randomization study," examined whether levels of these nutrients in the blood are connected to lifespan.
From Science Daily
While these drugs are effective at reducing stomach acid, using them longer than recommended by a physician may lead to nutrient deficiencies, including anemia, and may negatively affect bone health.
From Science Daily
Rather than focusing on preventing long-term diseases, the goal becomes maintaining muscle mass, preventing weight loss and ensuring every mouthful delivers plenty of nutrients.
From Science Daily
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