macrobiotic
|mac-ro-bi-ot-ic|
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/ˌmækroʊbaɪˈɑtɪk/
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/ˌmæk.rəʊbaɪˈɒtɪk/
long life (diet/lifestyle for long life)
Etymology
'macrobiotic' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'makros' and 'bios', where 'makros' meant 'long' and 'bios' meant 'life'.
'macrobiotic' entered English via Modern/Neo-Latin and Greek-derived formations (e.g., 'macrobiotikos') in the late 19th to early 20th century; the term later became associated with dietary regimens (often cited as 'macrobiotics') popularized in the 20th century.
Initially it meant 'long life'; over time it evolved to refer to things related to promoting long life, especially a dietary/lifestyle system intended to promote health and longevity.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
noun form (often seen as 'macrobiotics'): the dietary system or philosophy that emphasizes whole grains, traditional/seasonal foods, and balance to promote health and longevity.
Macrobiotic emphasizes whole grains and traditional foods.
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Adjective 1
relating to macrobiotics — a dietary and lifestyle philosophy that emphasizes whole grains, vegetables, minimally processed foods, and a balance of foods (often described in yin–yang terms) aimed at promoting health and longevity.
She follows a macrobiotic diet.
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Last updated: 2025/11/26 21:28