digest
digest
Pronunciation
ˈThe IPA phonetic spelling for "digest" is /daɪˈdʒɛst/.
Here's the breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
daɪ:
/d/ - voiced alveolar stop
/aɪ/ - diphthong, starting with /a/ (open front unrounded vowel) and ending with /ɪ/ (close front unrounded vowel)
ˈdʒɛst:
/ˈ/ - primary stress
/dʒ/ - voiced palatal affricate
/ɛ/ - mid-open front unrounded vowel
/s/ - voiceless alveolar fricative
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
Word Form Variations
The word "digest" has the following word form variations:
Singular: digest
Plural: digests
Verb forms:
Present tense: digest
Past tense: digested
Past participle: digested
Present participle: digesting
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Digest (Noun)
Definition: A summary or condensed version of a longer text or piece of information.
Synonyms: abstract, condensation, epitome, précis, summary
Antonyms: expansion, elaboration, detail
Example sentence: I read the digest of the book before deciding to buy it.
Digest (Verb)
Definition: To process food in the stomach and intestines.
Synonyms: absorb, assimilate, consume, eat, swallow
Antonyms: regurgitate, vomit
Example sentence: The body digests food to obtain nutrients.
Definition: To understand or comprehend fully.
Synonyms: comprehend, grasp, understand
Antonyms: misunderstand, misconstrue
Example sentence: I couldn't digest the complex mathematical equation.
Digest (Adjective)
Definition: Easy to understand or comprehend.
Synonyms: clear, comprehensible, intelligible
Antonyms: complex, complicated, difficult
Example sentence: The digest of the article was very digestible.
Examples of Use
Books
Academic Text: "The human digestive system breaks down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed through the intestinal walls. This process is known as digestion." (Biology textbook)
Fiction: "He read the digest of the novel before deciding to buy it." (Popular fiction novel)
Newspapers and Online Publications
News Article: "The government released a digest of the economic report." (Financial Times)
Blog Post: "I found a great digest of the latest tech news on that website." (Technology blog)
Entertainment
Movie Title: "The Digest" (A documentary about food and culture)
TV Show: "The Digest" (A news show that provides summaries of current events)
General Public Discourse
Conversation: "I couldn't digest all that information in one sitting." (Casual conversation)
Social Media: "I'm trying to digest this new policy change." (Social media post)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Digest
"We are what we repeatedly digest, not just what we consume with our mouths but with our minds." — Anonymous
"The mind is like the stomach; it is not how much you put into it, but how much it digests that counts." — Albert J. Nock
"A book is like a garden carried in the pocket; take time to digest its wisdom." — Chinese Proverb (adapted)
"The best way to digest the complexities of life is to keep it simple." — Anonymous
"Digest your mistakes and turn them into lessons learned." — Anonymous
"True wisdom lies not in gathering information, but in the ability to digest and use it." — Anonymous
"Words that heal are words that the soul can digest." — Anonymous
"We must learn to digest criticism and grow from it." — Anonymous
"Let your soul digest the beauty of a sunrise, and you will always find hope." — Anonymous
"Take time to digest the good and the bad; balance is everything." — Anonymous
Etymology
The word "digest" comes from the Latin word "digerere," which means "to carry off" or "to distribute." This is because when we digest food, our bodies break it down into smaller parts and distribute those parts throughout our body.
The first known use of "digest" in English was in the 14th century. At that time, it only meant "to break down food in the stomach." Later, in the 16th century, the word also came to mean "to understand or comprehend fully."
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Digest
Common Phrases:
To digest information: To understand or comprehend information fully.
To digest food: To process food in the stomach and intestines.
Lesser-Known Phrases:
To digest a book: To read a book carefully and thoughtfully.
To digest a situation: To understand a situation fully.
Idioms with Synonyms:
To take in: To understand or comprehend.
To absorb: To understand or learn something thoroughly.
To swallow: To accept or believe something without question.
Original Idioms:
To digest the bitter pill: To accept a difficult or unpleasant situation.
To digest the heavy reading: To read and understand difficult or complex material.
Note: While "digest" is a common word, it is not used in many idioms or phrasal verbs. This is likely due to its specific meanings related to food and understanding. However, the above phrases and idioms provide examples of how the word can be used in various contexts.
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Definition of digest from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
