Definitions for nutrition

nutrition nu·tri·tion

Spelling: [noo-trish-uh n, nyoo-]
IPA: /nuˈtrɪʃ ən, nyu-/

Nutrition is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 9 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 148 anagrams from letters in nutrition (iinnorttu).

Definitions for nutrition

noun

  1. the act or process of nourishing or of being nourished.
  2. the science or study of, or a course of study in, nutrition, especially of humans.
  3. the process by which organisms take in and utilize food material.
  4. food; nutriment.
  5. the pursuit of this science as an occupation or profession.

Origin of nutrition

1375-1425; late Middle English Late Latin nūtrītiōn- (stem of nūtrītiō) a feeding, equivalent to Latin nūtrīt(us) (past participle of nūtrīre to feed, nourish) + -

Examples for nutrition

This is a significant shift in the way we think about nutrition.

These questions of nutrition are still so imperfectly studied and understood!

“Most of the diseases we blame on nutrition are actually diseases of disempowerment,” Bacon said.

The diet from now on will be considered in the chapter "Diet and nutrition."

Water is the greatest element of nutrition in gardens, but is easily polluted.

Yet, the nutrition facts might not tell the whole story here.

Portable snacks are good to have on hand, too, says Jessica Crandall, RDN, Denver Wellness & nutrition Director.

The same laws which govern the nutrition of muscles, apply also to the vital organs.

He does not walk, talk, eat, or drink, and he gets his nutrition—and watering!

Water fills an important place in the nutrition of the body.

Word Value for nutrition
Scrable

9

Words with friends

12

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