nourishment

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Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a source of materials to nourish the body
  2. noun the act of nourishing

Etymology

From Middle English norisshement, from Middle French, from Old French norissement, from norrir, equivalent to nourish + -ment.

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Synonyms

nutriment, nutrition, sustenance, aliment, alimentation, victuals

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