Definitions for nutrient

nutrient nu·tri·ent

Spelling: [noo-tree-uh nt, nyoo-]
IPA: /ˈnu tri ənt, ˈnyu-/

Nutrient is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 8 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 11 points.

You can make 142 anagrams from letters in nutrient (einnrttu).

Definitions for nutrient

noun

  1. a nutrient substance.

adjective

  1. nourishing; providing nourishment or nutriment.
  2. containing or conveying nutriment, as solutions or vessels of the body.

Origin of nutrient

1640-50; Latin nūtrient- (stem of nūtriēns), present participle of nūtrīre to feed, nourish; see -ent

Examples for nutrient

Which nutrient, protein or fat, is the most completely digested?

Studies on the nutrient content of common foods suggest that Paleo is a remarkably nutrient-dense diet.

The importance of the other nutrient compounds is but secondary.

This nutrient helps balance the sodium in your diet and assists with regulating blood pressure.

How does the amount of this nutrient compare with that found in meats?

Why must bulk be considered in a ration, as well as nutrient content?

This may cause a negative autoimmune response, and inhibits proper digestion and nutrient absorption.

It is not the nutrient fluid, but that which is left over, which is secreted.

The deep is much too nutrient poor to support such a large animal.

Smart snacks are nutrient dense; they have lower calories with healthy benefits.

Word Value for nutrient
Scrable

8

Words with friends

11

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