dietitian

noun

di·​e·​ti·​tian ˌdī-ə-ˈti-shən How to pronounce dietitian (audio)
variants or less commonly dietician
: a specialist in dietetics

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And individuals trying to stay active and healthy are advised by dietitians to eat more protein and balance their nutrition. Dave Knox, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025 Among the highlights and free to the community is the new Hoag Health Lab, which includes an exercise physiologist, dietitian, nutrition experts and a pilates instructor. Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 13 July 2025 It’s got a solid mix of sodium, carbs, and sugar, which are the three key ingredients to look for according to dietitians. Simon Hill, Wired News, 11 July 2025 Yaa Boakye, a dietitian based in Illinois, echoed the notion of the healing powers of fruits and vegetables. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for dietitian

Word History

Etymology

dietitian irregular from diet entry 1 + -ician

First Known Use

circa 1846, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dietitian was circa 1846

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“Dietitian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dietitian. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

dietitian

noun
di·​eti·​tian
variants or dietician
ˌdī-ə-ˈtish-ən
: a specialist in dietetics

Medical Definition

dietitian

noun
di·​eti·​tian
variants or dietician
: a specialist in dietetics

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