nutritive

UK
/ˈnjuːtrɪtɪv/
US
/ˈnuːtrɪtɪv/

Translations

nutritiveadjective
more nutritive
Comp.
most nutritive
Super.
UK
/ˈnjuːtrɪtɪv/
US
/ˈnuːtrɪtɪv/
This soup is very nutritive and perfect for a cold day.
Этот суп очень питательный и идеально подходит для холодного дня.
nutritivenoun
nutritives
pl
UK
/ˈnjuː.trɪ.tɪv/
US
/ˈnuː.trɪ.tɪv/
Rare/technical: a substance that nourishes; a nutrient.

Definitions

nutritiveadjective
Relating to or providing nourishment or nutrients.
The nutritive value of the meal was enhanced by the addition of fresh vegetables.
Concerned with, or functioning in, the process of nutrition, especially within an organism or a specific tissue.
The nutritive nerves regulate the growth of the tissue.
nutritivenoun
A substance that provides nourishment; a nutrient.
Calcium is an essential nutritive for bone development.