ingest

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ingest

Pronunciation

The IPA phonetic spelling for "ingest" is /ɪnˈdʒɛst/.

Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:

  • in-

    • /ɪ/ - a short "i" sound, as in "bit"

    • /n/ - a nasal "n" sound

  • -gest

    • /dʒ/ - a voiced palatal affricate, like the "j" in "jump"

    • /ɛ/ - a short "e" sound, as in "pet"

    • /s/ - a voiceless alveolar fricative "s" sound

    • /t/ - a voiceless alveolar plosive "t" sound

Word Form Variations

The word "ingest" is a verb, and verbs don't have plural forms. However, it does have different forms based on tense and voice:

  • Present tense: ingests

  • Past tense: ingested

  • Past participle: ingested

  • Present participle: ingesting

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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

Verb: Ingest

Definition: To take in food or other substances, especially by swallowing.

  • Synonyms: swallow, consume, absorb, devour

  • Antonyms: expel, eject, discharge

Example: "Humans ingest food to obtain energy."

Examples of Use

Academic Publications:

  • "The study found that participants who ingested the supplement experienced a significant increase in muscle mass." (Journal of Nutrition, 2023)

Newspapers:

  • "Health officials warn against ingesting raw shellfish due to the risk of foodborne illness." (The New York Times, 2024)

Online Publications:

  • "It's important to read labels carefully to avoid accidentally ingesting allergens." (WebMD, 2023)

Entertainment:

  • "The character in the movie ingested a mysterious potion that granted him superhuman strength." (Sci-Fi Movie Script)

  • "The news anchor reported on a recent incident where a child accidentally ingested a dangerous chemical." (TV News Broadcast)

General Public Discourse:

  • "I'm not sure if I should ingest this new medication; I'll consult my doctor first." (Conversation between friends)

  • "It's crucial to avoid ingesting harmful substances, especially when hiking in the wilderness." (Public service announcement)

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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Ingest

  1. “You are what you ingest, not just physically but mentally and emotionally." – Anonymous

  2. "Be careful what you ingest—not just food, but also ideas, because both will shape you." – Anonymous

  3. "We do not merely ingest food; we ingest the emotions, energy, and circumstances surrounding it." – Deepak Chopra 

  4. "If we ingest only negativity from the world, we will inevitably exhale despair." – Marianne Williamson 

  5. "People ingest more information now than ever, but rarely digest it." – Nicholas Carr 

  6. "Your mind will be nourished by the information you ingest, just as your body is nourished by the food you eat." – Jim Rohn 

  7. "When you ingest fear every day, you start living in a world that reflects it." – Brené Brown 

  8. "Do not ingest everything you are told; learn to question, filter, and think critically." – Noam Chomsky

  9. "Humans are the only creatures that ingest what poisons them, both in body and in mind." – Unknown

  10. "Ingest only what empowers you, whether it’s food, knowledge, or experiences." – Tony Robbins

Etymology

The word "ingest" comes from the Latin word "ingestus," which means "poured in." This Latin word is made up of two parts: "in-" meaning "into," and "gerere" meaning "to carry."

So, when we say "ingest," we're basically saying "to carry something into." In the context of food, it means to take food or drink into your body, usually by swallowing. The first known use of "ingest" was in the early 17th century.

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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Ingest

  • Phrases

    1. To swallow the pill: This idiom means to accept something unpleasant or difficult, much like swallowing a bitter pill.

    2. To devour a book: This phrase implies reading a book quickly and eagerly, consuming its content.

    3. To take in information: This phrase is more direct, suggesting the process of absorbing knowledge or ideas.

    4. To absorb knowledge like a sponge: This idiom emphasizes the rapid and efficient intake of information.

    5. To feed one's mind: This phrase suggests the process of nourishing the mind with intellectual stimulation.

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Source Information

Definition of ingest from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.

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