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Definition of alimentary

alimentary

/ˌæl.ɪˈmɛn.tə.ɹi/
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Adverb:alimentarily
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• adjective

1

Relating to nourishment, nutrition, or the process of digestion.

Example

"The biology textbook includes a detailed diagram of the human alimentary canal from the mouth to the stomach and intestines."

2

Providing sustenance or financial support for living expenses, especially in legal contexts.

Example

"The court ordered the estate to pay an alimentary allowance to support the surviving dependents."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'alimentary' (relating to food and digestion) with the homophonous 'elementary' (relating to basic principles or primary education).

• Rhymes for alimentary

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin alimentarius, from alimentum ('nourishment'), which derives from the verb alere ('to nourish').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Alimentary. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/alimentary
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