nutrient
adjective
nourishing; providing nourishment or nutriment.
nutrients
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pluralof nutrient.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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By addressing both nutrients together, this approach could strengthen efforts to prevent hypertension and reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular problems.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
Cerebral blood flow measures how much blood circulates through the brain, carrying oxygen and nutrients that brain cells need to function properly.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
Arteriosclerosis occurs when blood vessels carrying oxygen and nutrients from the heart to the body become thick and stiff, according to the Mayo Clinic.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
Steaming, microwaving, or quick sautéing tends to preserve nutrients best.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
"Will you keep it down? I'm trying to sleep. The nutrients need three solid hours to soak in."
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
