Definition

The act of taking in food, drink, or other substances through the mouth.

Example

Ingestion of large amounts of sugar can lead to health problems.

Conversation

I read that ingestion can affect how we digest our food.

That's interesting! I never thought about the process before eating.

Yeah, it makes sense that the way we consume food impacts digestion.

Absolutely, I guess being mindful about ingestion can help us feel better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ingestion → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "gerere" (meaning to carry or bring). The word describes the act of bringing food or substances into the body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bringing' ('gerere') something 'into' ('in-') your body — that's what ingestion means.

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