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dietary

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈdaɪəˌtɛɹi// UK //dˈaɪətəɹi// di·etary

adj. relating to the food you eat and how it affects your health. You use this to describe special rules for eating, like avoiding sugar or meat.

adj. relating to the food and drink consumed by a person or animal. Often used to describe restrictions, requirements, or habits concerning nutrition.


SIMPLE

She has several dietary restrictions because of her allergies.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant provides a separate menu for guests with specific dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free options.

COMPLEX

Modern healthcare emphasizes that dietary habits established in childhood often dictate long-term metabolic health and susceptibility to chronic conditions in later life.

Synonyms
Origin

From Medieval Latin diētārium (“book prescribing diet”), from Latin diaeta (“diet”).

Usage

Typically placed before the noun it modifies.

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