nutrient
Pronunciation: [ˈnjuːtriənt]
Word
Context: “health”
(noun) a substance that living things need to grow and be healthy. Just like plants need sunlight and water, people need nutrients to stay strong and feel good.
Example
Fruits and vegetables are full of nutrients that help our bodies.
Example
Eating too much junk food means you are missing out on important nutrients.
Example
What nutrients do you think are most important for your health?
Context: “science”
(noun) any material that provides food and helps living organisms grow. This can mean things like vitamins, minerals, and proteins found in different foods.
Example
The scientist studied how different nutrients affect plant growth.
Example
Without nutrients, the plants in the garden started to wilt.
Example
Which nutrients do you think help animals grow best?
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