Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun One who is trained or an expert in the field of nutrition.

from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • noun a specialist in the study of nutrition.

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  • noun An expert or specialist in nutrition.

from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.

  • noun a specialist in the study of nutrition

Etymologies

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nutrition +‎ -ist (“person”)

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Examples

  • The term "nutritionist" is also widely used; however, the term nutritionist is not regulated as dietitian is.

    ThePickards 2009

  • The role of the nutritionist is to help parents master skills which will assist the child in achieving optimal growth through good nutrition.

    Your Child's Healthcare Team 2010

  • Perhaps a conversation with your pediatrician or a nutritionist is warranted.

    Rebel Angel | Her Bad Mother 2008

  • There are many quick fix programs that support the so-called nutritionist, which is not provided for FDA S. U..

    Digital Point Forums 2009

  • Also the nutritionist is being a rhymes-with-witch.

    No PT. But Maybe Experimental Surgery. Susan Palwick 2008

  • I decided to call a nutritionist my friend Lydia had used, and set up an appointment for Monday.

    Are You There, Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea Chelsea Handler 2008

  • MYTH: A nutritionist is a nutritionist is a nutritionist.

    The Truth About Beauty Kat James 2007

  • MYTH: A nutritionist is a nutritionist is a nutritionist.

    The Truth About Beauty Kat James 2007

  • If you feel the need for professional help with your eating habits or diet, you may assume a nutritionist is the person to talk to.

    U.S. News 2010

  • "What I usually recommend for people who are feeding homemade diets is to call a nutritionist and say 'This is what I'm feeding; is it balanced?'"

    msnbc.com: Top msnbc.com headlines 2009

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