ingestion
1 antonyms and opposites of ingestion, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of taking something into the body, such as food, drink, or medicine.
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How to use ingestion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin ingestio, "a pouring in," related to "ingest."
Full origin of ingestion →Frequently asked questions
What does “ingestion” mean?
The word “ingestion” means the act of taking something into the body, such as food, drink, or medicine. In plain terms, the act of taking something in — used for swallowing substances and for loading data into software.
How do you pronounce “ingestion”?
“Ingestion” is pronounced ihn-JEHST-shuhn (/ɪnˈd͡ʒɛst͡ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “ingestion” in a sentence?
Here is “ingestion” used in a sentence: “Ingestion of the tablet should be with plenty of water.”
What is the opposite of “ingestion”?
The opposite of “ingestion” — its antonyms — is egestion.
What part of speech is “ingestion”?
“Ingestion” is a noun.
Where does the word “ingestion” come from?
The word “ingestion” comes from Latin. From Latin ingestio, "a pouring in," related to "ingest.".
Is “ingestion” a common word?
“Ingestion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ingestion” have?
“Ingestion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of taking something into the body, such as food, drink, or medicine.