nourishment
noun
nour·ish·ment
ˈnər-ish-mənt 
ˈnə-rish-
1
b
: sustenance sense 3
books for intellectual nourishment
2
: the act of nourishing : the state of being nourished
Examples of nourishment in a Sentence
These children are suffering because they lack proper nourishment.
Soil provides nourishment to plants.
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Over time, the concept of self-care has undergone a profound metamorphosis—a journey from superficial indulgence to necessary mind and spirit nourishment.
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 11 May 2024
The juice bar, in-room service, and poolside dining provide additional nourishment for all of your Sedona activities.
—Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 11 May 2024
The juice bar, in-room service, and poolside dining provide additional nourishment for all of your Sedona activities.
—Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for nourishment
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“Nourishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nourishment. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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nourishment
noun
nour·ish·ment
ˈnər-ish-mənt
ˈnə-rish-
Medical Definition
nourishment
noun
nour·ish·ment
ˈnər-ish-mənt, ˈnə-rish-
1
2
: the act of nourishing or the state of being nourished
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