alimenter

/alɛmɑ̃te/ (al-eh-MAHN-tay)

Definitions

1. noun

One who or that which supplies food or nourishment

“The farmer was an alimenter for the community, providing fresh produce to the local market.”

2. verb

To feed or supply with food or nourishment

“The nurse alimenter the newborn baby with a bottle.”

3. verb (archaic)

To nourish or feed

“The queen alimenter her children with wholesome food.”

Synonyms

  • nourisher
  • procurer
  • sustainer

Antonyms

  • depriver
  • starve