nourishment

• Nom désignant les aliments ou autres substances nécessaires à la croissance, à la santé et au bien-être, ou l'action de fournir cette nourriture.

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

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1. Sustenance for the bodyB1formal

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

   Substances nourrissant le corps

   • 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.

   Synonymesalimentfarefoodnutrimentnutritionsustenance

   Antonymesdeprivationmalnutritionstarvation

2. The process of feedingB2formal

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

   action de nourrir

   • 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.

   Synonymesalimentationfeedingnurturenutritionsustenance