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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A mineral, vitamin or other substance that is essential, even in very small quantities, for growth or metabolism.

   "Broccoli, on the other hand, is loaded with healthy micronutrients and is perfect in any meal, so keep it on your plate."

2. 2
   a substance needed only in small amounts for normal body function (e.g., vitamins or minerals) wordnet

Synonyms

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micromineraltrace element

Antonyms

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macronutrient

Example

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"Keeping on track of your daily micronutrient intake helps prevent deficiencies in vitamins and minerals."

Etymology

From micro- + nutrient.

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