nourishment

• Существительное, обозначающее пищу или другие вещества, необходимые для роста, здоровья и хорошего состояния, или акт предоставления такого питания.

A noun referring to the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition, or the act of providing such sustenance.

uncountable

1. Sustenance for the bodyB1formal

   Substances that provide the nutrients necessary for growth, health, and good condition.

   Питание

   • The soup provided much-needed nourishment after the long hike.
   • Plants draw nourishment from the soil and sunlight.
   • A balanced diet is essential for proper nourishment.

   Synonymsalimentfarefoodnutrimentnutritionsustenance

   Antonymsdeprivationmalnutritionstarvation

2. The process of feedingB2formal

   The act of providing or receiving the food and care needed for growth and health.

   Питание

   • The nourishment of young animals is a primary instinct.
   • Proper nourishment of the body requires more than just eating.
   • The nurse focused on the nourishment of the patient.

   Synonymsalimentationfeedingnurturenutritionsustenance