nutrient
Translation
nutrient
Examples
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil.
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil.
This food is packed with essential nutrients.
This food is packed with essential nutrients.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) nutrient an adjective + nutrient Vitamins are essential nutrients.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nourishment, food
Etymology
From Latin 'nutrire', meaning 'to nourish'. It's something that 'nurtures' the body through food.
Memory Tips
Think of the word 'nurture'. Nutrients are what nurture your body to help it grow.