Definitions

1. noun

the process or study of how the body uses food and other materials to build, maintain, and repair tissues and to supply energy, including the provision of adequate nutrients to the body

“A balanced diet is essential for good nutrition.”

2. noun

the nutrients required by the body for growth, maintenance, and repair, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals

“A good source of nutrition is a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.”

3. verb

to supply with nutrients

“The new restaurant aims to nutrition the community with fresh and healthy meals.”

4. verb

to nourish or sustain

“The garden will nutrition the soil with compost.”