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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Healthcare providers and registered dietitians often collaborate to formulate an elemental diet based on the patient's needs. Patty Weasler, Rn, Bsn, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2025 Work with a registered dietitian and a physician to address how much to consume. Kari Sonde, TIME, 13 Jan. 2025 Consulting your doctor or dietitian is always a good idea before starting a cleanse. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025 Pope said working on the ability to reject content is an important aspect of making sure toxic diet culture doesn’t permeate one’s mental health, and recommended seeking professional support through therapists and dietitians if unhealthy thoughts persist. Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 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 Jan. 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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