Pronunciation

/dɪˈɡest/

Definitions

Noun

A digest is a:

1. A summary or compilation of key points from a book, article, or other written work, typically one prepared for review or quick reference. Example: “The daily news digest provided a brief overview of the day’s events.”
2. The process of breaking down food in the stomach and intestines to extract nutrients, often with the aid of enzymes. Example: “Digesting large meals can take several hours.”

Verb

To digest something means:

1. To understand or assimilate information, ideas, or a concept. Example: “After reading the report, he needed time to digest the new findings.”
2. To physically break down food in the digestive system. Example: “It’s important to give your body enough time to digest the meal.”

Adjective

• Sometimes used informally to describe something easy to understand or absorb. Example: “This article provides a digestible explanation of complex science.”

Phrases

• “Digest the material” implies understanding and processing information.
• “Digestive health” refers to the overall condition of the organs involved in digestion.
• “Quick digest” is a person who can easily understand and remember information.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I skimmed through the article to get a quick digest of the main points.”
• Verb: “After a big meal, it takes her a while to digest.”
• Adjective: “His explanation was presented in a digestible manner.”

Synonyms

• Summarize
• Comprehend
• Absorb
• Break down (in the context of digestion) -领会 (in Chinese)