macronutrient en · NOUN
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Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *meh₂ḱ- Proto-Indo-European *-rós Proto-Indo-European *mh₂ḱrós Proto-Hellenic *makrós Ancient Greek μᾰκρός (măkrós)der. French macro-der. English macro- English nutrient English macronutrient From macro- + nutrient.
Meanings
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Any of the elements required in large amounts by all living things.
Along with carbohydrates and fat, protein is one of the three main macronutrients that make up our diet. Furthermore, it is the only macronutrient that supplies us with amino acids, making it essential for survival.
2025 April 15, Andrea Kane, “How to boost protein in your diet, without losing other nutrients. 5 tips from an expert”, in CNN:
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| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| macronutrients | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (6)
nb makronæringsstoff (macronutrient) · nn makronæringsstoff (macronutrient) · cy macrofaethyn (macronutrient) · sw kirutubisho kikuu (macronutrient) · cy macrofaetholyn (macronutrient) · da makronæringsstof (macronutrient)