digestive

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di·ges·tive / diˈjestiv; dī-/ • adj. of or relating to the process of digesting food: stomach ulcers and other digestive disorders. ∎  (of food or medicine) aiding or promoting the process of digestion: digestive mints.• n. a food or medicine that aids or promotes the digestion of food. ∎  (also digestive biscuit) Brit. a round, semisweet cookie made of whole-wheat flour.DERIVATIVES: di·ges·tive·ly adv.

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