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Grade 6
(di-ges-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the process of breaking down food in the body.

Example Sentence

We learned about the digestion process in health class.

More Example Sentences

Digestion helps the body use nutrients.

Synonyms

processing; absorption; breakdown

Antonyms

removal

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digestion
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Rhymes

  • question

  • congestion
  • digestion
  • ingestion
  • suggestion

  • indigestion
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