Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alimentary

Adjective
/ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/
Definition
Related to nourishment or the process of ingesting food.
Examples
  • The alimentary canal is essential for digestion.
  • She studied the alimentary properties of various foods.
  • Alimentary diseases can affect nutrient absorption.
Meaning
The term ‘alimentary’ pertains to the ways in which food is ingested, digested, and used by the body for energy and growth.
Synonyms
  • Digestive
  • Nutritional
  • Food-related
  • Dietary