nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist nu̇-ˈtri-sh(ə-)nist How to pronounce nutritionist (audio)
nyu̇-
: a specialist in the study of nutrition

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For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 28 Dec. 2024 Shankly could not call on a psychologist, or a specialist set piece coach, or a nutritionist. Rory Smith, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024 Abbe Campbell was a nutritionist at the Tuskegee VA Medical Center in Alabama, Anna Tarryk worked for the VA’s Insurance Division and Evelina Rachel Griffin spent her entire career with the VA. Emily Krauser, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024 As always, check with your healthcare provider and a nutritionist to determine the best plan based on your, and your baby’s, needs. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nutritionist 

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nutritionist was in 1921

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“Nutritionist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutritionist. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

nutritionist

noun
nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nist How to pronounce nutritionist (audio)
: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Medical Definition

nutritionist

noun
nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nəst How to pronounce nutritionist (audio)
: a specialist in the study of nutrition

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