Nourish - Definition

nour·ish

  (nûr′ĭsh)

tr.v. nour·ishednour·ish·ingnour·ish·es
1. To provide with food or other substances necessary for life and growth; feed.
2. To foster the development of; promote: "Athens was an imperial city, nourished by the tribute of subjects" (V. Gordon Childe).
3. To keep alive; maintain: nourish a hope.
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