protein-digesting
|pro-tein-di-gest-ing|
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/ˈproʊtiːn daɪˈdʒɛstɪŋ/
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/ˈprəʊtiːn daɪˈdʒɛstɪŋ/
(digest)
break down or understand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'digest' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'digerere,' where 'di-' meant 'apart' and 'gerere' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'digerere' transformed into the Old French word 'digester,' and eventually became the modern English word 'digest' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry apart,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'breaking down food in the body.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to the process of breaking down proteins into simpler forms that can be absorbed by the body.
The stomach contains protein-digesting enzymes.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/04 08:21