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Dietary: meaning, definitions and examples

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dietary

 

[ ˈdaɪəˌtɛri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food habits

The term 'dietary' relates to diet or the kinds of food a person habitually eats. It often refers to specific plans or recommendations regarding nutrition and health. Dietary choices can significantly influence overall wellness and can be tailored for specific health conditions, weight management or lifestyle choices. For instance, someone might follow a vegetarian or gluten-free dietary regimen. Understanding dietary needs is crucial for maintaining health and preventing diseases.

Synonyms

alimentative, dietetic, nutritional

Examples of usage

  • She follows a strict dietary plan to lose weight.
  • A balanced dietary intake is important for children.
  • He is studying dietary habits among athletes.

Translations

Translations of the word "dietary" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dietético

🇮🇳 आहार संबंधी

🇩🇪 diätetisch

🇮🇩 dietetik

🇺🇦 дієтичний

🇵🇱 dietetyczny

🇯🇵 ダイエットの

🇫🇷 diététique

🇪🇸 dietético

🇹🇷 diyet

🇰🇷 식이의

🇸🇦 غذائي

🇨🇿 dietní

🇸🇰 diétne

🇨🇳 饮食的

🇸🇮 dietetičen

🇮🇸 fæðudýra

🇰🇿 диеталық

🇬🇪 დიეტური

🇦🇿 pəhriz

🇲🇽 dietético

Etymology

The word 'dietary' originates from the Latin 'dietarius', which means 'pertaining to diet'. This word itself is derived from 'diaeta', a term that denoted a way of living or lifestyle, particularly concerning what one eats. The use of the term has evolved from its ancient origins, where it was primarily about lifestyle choices, to its current understanding that emphasizes nutrition and health. By the early 19th century, 'dietary' began to be incorporated into discussions surrounding health, nutrition, and medicine, reflecting society's growing interest in how food affects well-being. Over time, dietary guidelines and recommendations have become crucial in healthcare, leading to the establishment of various dietary standards and practices that aim to enhance public health. Thus, 'dietary' has come to symbolize a critical area of study in nutrition science and health promotion.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,060 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.