Definition

The process of taking in food and using it for growth and health.

Example

Good nutrition is essential for maintaining a healthy body.

Conversation

I've been reading a lot about nutrition lately.

That's great! What have you learned so far?

I found out how important it is to balance your meals for better nutrition.

Absolutely! It really affects our energy levels and overall health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nutrition → It is formed from "nutrire" (meaning to nourish) and the suffix "-tion" (indicating the action or process of). The word "nutrition" refers to the process of nourishing or being nourished.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'nourish' — that's what nutrition means, the process of providing nourishment.

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