nourish — to provide a person, animal, or plant with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to provide a person, animal, or plant with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɜːrɪʃ/
Example Sentences
- The nurse explained that IV fluids would nourish the patient who couldn't eat solid food.
- My grandmother always said, 'You must nourish your dreams like you nourish a garden,' right before she force-fed me three more bowls of rice.
- Government welfare policies aim to nourish vulnerable populations through subsidized meal programs.
nourish
VERB[/ˈnɜːrɪʃ/]
to provide a person, animal, or plant with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
A grandmother patiently spoons warm soup to nourish her recovering grandson.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This word originates from Latin 'nutrire', meaning 'to feed or nourish'. It passed through Old French as 'norrir' before becoming 'nourish' in Middle English. The core sense of supplying what is necessary for growth and development, like feeding an infant, has persisted throughout its evolution.
Breakdown
Latin nutrire (to feed) → Old French norrir → Middle English nourish. The root nutrire contains the concept of providing sustenance and care for growth.
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📝Examples
“The nurse explained that IV fluids would nourish the patient who couldn't eat solid food.”
“My grandmother always said, 'You must nourish your dreams like you nourish a garden,' right before she force-fed me three more bowls of rice.”
“Government welfare policies aim to nourish vulnerable populations through subsidized meal programs.”
“He tried to nourish his pet rock with sunlight and positive vibes, but strangely, it never grew.”
“Public libraries nourish the intellectual growth of communities by providing free access to knowledge.”
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