Alimentary
adjective
Relating to the nourishment or nutrition of living organisms.
The alimentary system plays a crucial role in human health.

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Formal
alimentary canal,alimentary tract,alimentary substances
adjective
Pertaining to food or nutrition within the context of biology.
The alimentary habits of animals vary greatly between species.

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Neutral
alimentary digestion,alimentary diseases,alimentary care
adjective
Relating to the nourishment or nutrition of living organisms.
The alimentary system plays a crucial role in human health.

Usage tips
Formal
alimentary canal,alimentary tract,alimentary substances
adjective
Pertaining to food or nutrition within the context of biology.
The alimentary habits of animals vary greatly between species.

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Neutral
alimentary digestion,alimentary diseases,alimentary care
Definition 1 of 2

Context
Used mainly in scientific discussions.
In biology classes.
Formality
Considered a formal term.
In academic writing.
Usage
Commonly used in relation to health.
In health-related articles.
Context
Used mainly in scientific discussions.
In biology classes.
Formality
Considered a formal term.
In academic writing.
Usage
Commonly used in relation to health.
In health-related articles.
Context
Used mainly in scientific discussions.
In biology classes.
Formality
Considered a formal term.
In academic writing.
Usage
Commonly used in relation to health.
In health-related articles.
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