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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Those managing blood sugar may need fewer carbs, while athletes might need more; consult a healthcare provider or dietitian for tailored guidance. Verywell Health, 5 July 2026 The dietitian thought there might be a correlation, according to an internal Abbott summary of the complaint shown during Colombo’s deposition. David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026 How to get the broth Coming in hot to the rescue, Piedmont Fort Mill dietitian Courtney Taylor dropped into the chat to solidify that those on the hunt were on the right track. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026 Cardiologists and dietitians say several familiar staples of the American diet, from red meat to refined carbs, are the ones most likely to push LDL cholesterol in the wrong direction. Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 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 6 Jul. 2026.

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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