nutrients
|nu-tri-ents|
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/ˈnuːtriənts/
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/ˈnjuːtriənts/
(nutrient)
essential nourishment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nutrient' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nutrire,' where 'nutrire' meant 'to nourish.'
Historical Evolution
'nutrire' transformed into the French word 'nourrir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'nutrient' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to nourish or feed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'substances that provide nourishment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 19:21