· (physiology) the organic process of nourishing or being nourished; the processes by which an organism assimilates food and uses it for growth and maintenance
Hypernym(s): organic_process, biological_process
· a source of materials to nourish the body
Synonym(s): nutriment, nourishment, sustenance, aliment, alimentation, victuals
· the scientific study of food and drink (especially in humans)
Hypernym(s): science, scientific_discipline