Definition

The ability of food to be broken down and absorbed by the body after eating.

Example

The digestibility of this new protein source is higher than that of traditional options.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the digestibility of different foods?

Yeah, I read that some fruits are easier to digest than others.

That's interesting! I wonder how that affects our energy levels.

Definitely, foods with higher digestibility might give us more energy throughout the day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Digestibility → It is formed from "digest" (from Latin "digestus", meaning to break down or separate) and "-ibility" (from Latin "-ibilis", meaning capable of). The word "digestibility" refers to the capability of food to be broken down and absorbed by the body.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'digest' which means to break down food, and '-ibility' which indicates capability. This helps you remember that digestibility refers to how well food can be broken down and absorbed.

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