digestible

adjective

di·​gest·​ible dī-ˈje-stə-bəl How to pronounce digestible (audio)
də-
Synonyms of digestiblenext
: capable of being digested

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The protein in eggs is also highly digestible, so your body can efficiently absorb and utilize it. — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026 This means any type of bread containing digestible carbs will raise blood sugar levels to some degree, according to Soares. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 14 June 2026 There is a natural rhythm and easy flow that makes the story digestible, entertaining and, above all, tenderly moving. — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 29 May 2026 Through a process called retrogradation, cooling converts digestible starch into resistant starch, making the potato more blood sugar-friendly. — Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for digestible

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of digestible was in the 14th century

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“Digestible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digestible. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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digestible

adjective
di·​gest·​ible dī-ˈjes-tə-bəl How to pronounce digestible (audio)
də-
: capable of being digested
digestibility
-ˌjes-tə-ˈbil-ət-ē
noun

Medical Definition

digestible

adjective
di·​gest·​ible -ˈjes-tə-bəl How to pronounce digestible (audio)
: capable of being digested

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