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ingestion

nounfemininetechnicaluncommon/ĩʒɨʃtɐ̃w̃/in·ges·tão

Definition

The process of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing.

“Water ingestion is necessary for hydration.”

“Accidental ingestion of chemicals can be dangerous.”

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