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digestion
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/diʒɨʃˈtɐ̃w̃/di·ges·tão
Definition
1The physiological process by which the body breaks down ingested food into simpler, absorbable substances.
Usage examples
“Digestion begins in the mouth with the action of saliva.”
“Fatty foods can hinder digestion.”
Antonyms
Common combinations
good digestionpoor digestiondigestion processaid digestion