digestion
Definitions
The process of breaking down food by mechanical and enzymatic action in the alimentary canal into substances that can be used by the body.
The capacity or ability of an individual to break down and absorb food.
The process of systematically arranging, absorbing, or mentally assimilating information or ideas.
Examples
Eating slowly and chewing your food thoroughly can significantly improve your digestion.
The doctor explained that certain enzymes are essential for the proper digestion of proteins.