English Dictionary

digestion

/daɪˈd͡ʒɛst͡ʃən/

noun

The process, in the gastrointestinal tract, by which food is converted into substances that can be utilized by the body. / The result of this process. / The ability to use this process.

Proper digestion is essential for good health.

意味（1）

The process, in the gastrointestinal tract, by which food is converted into substances that can be utilized by the body.

As for Grierson, he poured liquor into himself as if it were so much soothing syrup, demonstrating that a good digestion is the highest form of good conscience.

意味（2）

The result of this process.

意味（3）

The ability to use this process.

意味（4）

The processing of decay in organic matter assisted by microorganisms.

意味（5）

The assimilation and understanding of ideas.

意味（6）

(medicine, archaic) Generation of pus; suppuration.

意味（7）

(chemistry) Dissolution of a sample into a solution by means of adding acid and heat.