predigest

/prɪˈdɪst/

Definitions

1. verb

to digest beforehand, especially to break down or partially digest food in the mouth or throat

“The enzyme in the saliva predigests the carbohydrates in the food we eat.”

2. verb

to prepare or simplify something beforehand, especially to make it easier to understand or process

“The teacher predigests the complex information to help her students grasp the material.”

3. noun

the act of predigesting

“The predigestion of the food helped to reduce the discomfort in her stomach.”

Synonyms

  • breakdown
  • preprocess

Antonyms

  • overcomplicate