Definitions

1. verb

to convert food into a form that can be easily absorbed by the body, typically through the action of digestive enzymes

“She had to digest her food slowly to avoid indigestion.”

2. noun

a written or spoken summary of a book, article, or other piece of writing, typically highlighting its main points and key findings

“The professor provided a detailed digest of the book for the students to read.”

3. noun

the process of breaking down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body

“The digestive system is responsible for the breakdown of food into nutrients.”

4. noun

a collection of news articles or other items, typically published in a magazine or newspaper

“The news digest included articles on politics and international relations.”

5. noun

a type of stew made from meat, especially tripe, and vegetables

“The restaurant served a delicious and spicy tripe digest.”

6. verb

to understand and interpret information, especially information that is complex or difficult to comprehend

“The teacher helped her students to digest the complex concepts in the chapter.”