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alimentary

[ al-uh-men-tuh-ree ]
/ ˌæl əˈmɛn tə ri /
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adjective
concerned with the function of nutrition; nutritive.
pertaining to food.
providing sustenance or maintenance.
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Origin of alimentary

From the Latin word alimentārius, dating back to 1605–15. See aliment, -ary

OTHER WORDS FROM alimentary

un·al·i·men·ta·ry, adjective
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How to use alimentary in a sentence

British Dictionary definitions for alimentary

alimentary
/ (ˌælɪˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ) /

adjective
of or relating to nutrition
providing sustenance or nourishment
Scots law free from the claims of creditorsan alimentary trust
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