/ˈnɜːrɪʃ/

nour·ish

BrE /ˈnʌrɪʃ/

NAmE /ˈnɜːrɪʃ/

~ sb/sth

to keep a person, an animal or a plant alive and healthy with food, etc.

All the children were well nourished and in good physical condition.

~ sth

(formal)

to allow a feeling, an idea, etc. to develop or grow stronger

By investing in education, we nourish the talents of our children.

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nour·ish·ing

BrE /ˈnʌrɪʃɪŋ/

NAmE /ˈnɜːrɪʃɪŋ/

nourishing food

nourishment