Alimentar
Example: Es importante alimentar bien a los niños para su crecimiento.
Definition
"Alimentar" means to provide food or nourishment to someone or something, ensuring they receive the necessary nutrients for growth, health, or energy. It often refers to feeding children, animals, or even fueling machines or processes.
Etymology
The word "alimentar" comes from the Latin verb 'alimentare,' which means to nourish or sustain. It is related to 'alimentum,' meaning food. Did you know? The root of "alimentar" is also the source of the English word 'alimentary,' which pertains to nourishment or digestion.
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"Alimentar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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