Macronutrient
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
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Noun
- 1 Any of the elements required in large amounts by all living things.
"Along with carbohydrates and fat, protein is one of the three main macronutrients that make up our diet. Furthermore, it is the only macronutrient that supplies us with amino acids, making it essential for survival."
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More examples"Along with carbohydrates and fat, protein is one of the three main macronutrients that make up our diet. Furthermore, it is the only macronutrient that supplies us with amino acids, making it essential for survival."
Etymology
From macro- + nutrient.