nourishment

Definition

The act of nourishing or the state of being nourished.

Etymology

From Middle English norisshement, from Middle French, from Old French norissement, from norrir, equivalent to nourish + -ment.

Example Sentences

• "The Oriental Synagogue, continuing to draw musical nourishment from Semitic-Oriental sources."
• "Many ultraraces do not include much nourishment from organizers."