digestion
noun
di·ges·tion
dī-ˈjes-chən 
də-,
-ˈjesh-
: the action, process, or power of digesting: such as
a
: the process of making food absorbable by mechanically and enzymatically breaking it down into simpler chemical compounds in the digestive tract
b
: the process in sewage treatment by which organic matter in sludge is decomposed by anaerobic bacteria with the release of a burnable mixture of gases
Examples of digestion in a Sentence
an enzyme that aids in the digestion of protein
She began to suffer from poor digestion as she grew older.
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As for omnivores, their gut microbiomes tended to have more bacteria associated with meat digestion, which makes sense.
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Amber Gibson, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
The combination of fruits provides many vitamins and minerals to support immune function, hydration, heart health, digestion, and more.3
2.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 13 Jan. 2025
As for omnivores, their gut microbiomes tended to have more bacteria associated with meat digestion, which makes sense.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 10 Jan. 2025
There are a few consequences to remember when juicing, such as not getting the benefit of fiber from fruits and vegetables as the skin is removed, which aids in digestion, heart health, and weight management.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digestion. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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digestion
noun
di·ges·tion
dī-ˈjes-chən
də-
: the process by which food is broken down into simpler forms in the body by mechanical and enzymatic means
Medical Definition
digestion
noun
di·ges·tion
dī-ˈjes(h)-chən, də-
: the action, process, or power of digesting
especially
: the process of making food absorbable by mechanically and enzymatically breaking it down into simpler chemical compounds in the digestive tract
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