"a nutritious substance," 1828, noun use of adjective (1640s) meaning "providing nourishment," from Latin nutrientem (nominative nutriens), present participle of nutrire "to nourish, suckle, feed, foster" (see nourish).
双语例句
1. The roots transmit moisture and nutrient to the trunk and branches.
根将水分和养料输送到干和枝.
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2. Magnesium is the nutrient element in plant growth.
镁是植物生长的营养要素.
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3. There is still great interest in boron as an essential plant nutrient.
迄今硼作为植物的必要营养元素仍极其重要.
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4. The potato is a good nutrient medium for many bacteria.
马铃薯对许多细菌是一种良好的培养基.
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5. Every individual has a physiological requirement for each nutrient.