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Digestion (Noun)

The organic process by which food is converted into substances that can be absorbed into the body.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The human body is equipped with an intricate system to facilitate the process of digestion and nutrient absorption.
A healthy diet rich in fiber is essential for maintaining smooth digestion and preventing digestive disorders.
The digestive system in the stomach works to break down ingested food particles through mechanical and chemical digestion.
Experts say that eating slowly and chewing food properly are crucial steps in aiding proper digestion.
Regular physical exercise has also been linked to increased blood circulation, promoting efficient digestion in the body.

The process of decomposing organic matter (as in sewage) by bacteria or by chemical action or heat.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Aerobic digestion involves oxygenation of the wastewater to speed up decomposition by microorganisms.
Anaerobic digestion of organic waste produces biogas that can be used as a fuel source.
Effective digestion of sewage sludge in wastewater treatment facilities relies on various microbial populations working together.
The thermal treatment prior to digestion enhanced the break down of the sewage's organic components.
Microbial digestion in this context can also provide valuable nutrient-rich fertilizer as a byproduct.

Learning and coming to understand ideas and information; "his appetite for facts was better than his digestion".

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Her teacher's lectures were rich in information, but the students' digestion of the complex concepts took time and practice.
The professor's density of writing made for an entertaining read, although slow digestion of the material was required to appreciate it fully.
The student found that with diligent note-taking and reviewing, her digestion of the dense textbook was greatly improved.
The writer's unique style made his digestion of philosophical ideas a pleasure to follow and consider.
Despite the intriguing premise, the historian's digestion of the era's events was scattered and challenging to follow at times.