NUTRIENT

• (noun) any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

  synonyms : food

  Our body needs an intake of nutrients like minerals, vitamins, water, proteins, and carbohydrates. -added by naila_inlas

• (noun) any substance (such as a chemical element or inorganic compound) that can be taken in by a green plant and used in organic synthesis

  A plant derives its nutrients from soil, water, and sunshine. -added by naila_inlas

• (adj.) of or providing nourishment

  "good nourishing stew"

  synonyms : alimental , alimentary , nourishing , nutritious , nutritive

  “A good nutrient soup will make you better in no time,” said mother. -added by naila_inlas

  The dietician gave her a nutritious diet plan, and asked her to follow it for six months. -added by naila_inlas

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