GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Nutrient (?), a. [L. nutriens, p. pr. of nutrire. See Nourish.] Nutritious; nourishing; promoting growth.
   
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   Nutrient (?), n. n.
   1. Any substance which has nutritious qualities, i. e., which nourishes or promotes growth; a nutriment.
   
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   2. Specifically: (Microbiology) A substance added to the growth medium of a microorganism to promote growth.
   
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