nutritional
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/nuˈtrɪʃənl/
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/njuːˈtrɪʃənl/
(nutrition)
providing nourishment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nutritional' originates from the Latin word 'nutrire,' meaning 'to nourish.'
Historical Evolution
'nutrire' transformed into the French word 'nutrition,' and eventually became the modern English word 'nutrition' and its derivative 'nutritional.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to nourish,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to nutrition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
The nutritional value of the meal was high.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45