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nutriment (s) (noun), nutriments (pl)
Any substance or matter that is taken into a living organism, serves to sustain it in its existence, promotes growth, and provides energy: There are various nutriments which can be grown in the garden; for example, tomatoes, beans, and lettuce; or they can bought in the grocery store.
Food that is a nourishment or nourishes the eater.
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nutriments
Elements; such as, nitrogen and phosphorus, which are indispensable for plant growth and planktonic production; the ocean's fertilizers.
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