De voeding
Example: Een gezonde voeding is belangrijk voor het herstel van patiënten.
Definition
"De voeding" refers to the nourishment or nutrition essential for maintaining health, particularly in medical contexts. It encompasses the intake of food and nutrients that support bodily functions, growth, and recovery, such as in the phrase 'A healthy diet is important for patient recovery.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "de voeding" originates from the verb 'voeden,' meaning to feed or nourish. It traces back to the Old Dutch 'voeden' and the Proto-Germanic '*fōdijaną,' related to providing sustenance. Did you know? The concept of "voeding" has been central to health and medicine discussions for centuries, emphasizing its vital role.
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"De voeding" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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