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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The trick, as many nutritionists will tell you, is to prep your meals at the beginning of the week. Hannah Coates, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025 But many nutritionists say seed oil concerns are overblown, lack context or just aren't based in science. Caitlin Owens, Axios, 28 Dec. 2024 One by one, players said as much after the game, pointing to the plan put forth by Harbaugh and his staff ahead of this stretch, and to the work of head strength and conditioning coach Scott Elliott, director of high performance Sam Rosengarten and team nutritionist Sarah Snyder. Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024 To help satisfy cravings without overindulging, nutritionists have also shared healthier alternatives to your favorite Christmas desserts. Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 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 9 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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