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Noun — The bodily process of breaking food down so it can be absorbed and used.

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Etymology

From Old French digestion, from Latin digestio.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “digestion” mean?

The word “digestion” means the bodily process of breaking food down so it can be absorbed and used. In plain terms, how the body (or mind) breaks something down and absorbs it.

How do you pronounce “digestion”?

“Digestion” is pronounced deye-JEHST-shuhn (/daɪˈd͡ʒɛst͡ʃən/ in IPA).

How do you use “digestion” in a sentence?

Here is “digestion” used in a sentence: “Eating too fast can interfere with digestion.”

What part of speech is “digestion”?

“Digestion” is a noun.

Where does the word “digestion” come from?

The word “digestion” comes from Latin. From Old French digestion, from Latin digestio.

Is “digestion” a common word?

“Digestion” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “digestion” have?

“Digestion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the bodily process of breaking food down so it can be absorbed and used.

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