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.
OTHER WORDS FROM alimentary
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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-mĕn′tə-rē, -trē ]
adj.
Concerned with food, nutrition, or digestion.
Providing nourishment.