alimentary

[ al-uh-men-tuh-ree ]
/ ˌæl əˈmɛn tə ri /

adjective

concerned with the function of nutrition; nutritive.
pertaining to food.
providing sustenance or maintenance.

Origin of alimentary

From the Latin word alimentārius, dating back to 1605–15. See aliment, -ary

OTHER WORDS FROM alimentary

un·al·i·men·ta·ry, adjective

Example sentences from the Web for alimentary

British Dictionary definitions for alimentary

alimentary
/ (ˌælɪˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ) /

adjective

of or relating to nutrition
providing sustenance or nourishment
Scots law free from the claims of creditors an alimentary trust

Medical definitions for alimentary

alimentary
[ ăl′ə-mĕntə-rē, -trē ]

adj.

Concerned with food, nutrition, or digestion.
Providing nourishment.