Fiber

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪbər/

Definitions of fiber

noun dietary material containing substances such as cellulose, lignin, and pectin, that are resistant to the action of digestive enzymes

Example Sentences

A1 Fiber is good for your digestion.

A2 Eating foods high in fiber can help prevent constipation.

B1 Whole grains are a great source of dietary fiber.

B2 It is recommended to consume a certain amount of fiber each day for optimal health.

C1 Fiber supplements can be beneficial for individuals who struggle to meet their daily fiber intake through diet alone.

C2 Research has shown that a high-fiber diet can reduce the risk of developing certain chronic diseases.

Examples of fiber in a Sentence

formal Dietary fiber is essential for maintaining a healthy digestive system.

informal Make sure to eat enough fiber to keep things moving smoothly.

slang Fiber is like the broom for your insides, sweeping everything clean.

figurative His arguments were woven together with a strong fiber of logic.

Grammatical Forms of fiber

• plural: fibers
• comparative: more fiber
• superlative: most fiber
• present tense: fiber
• future tense: will fiber
• perfect tense: have fibered
• continuous tense: is fibering
• singular: fiber
• positive degree: fiber
• infinitive: to fiber
• gerund: fibering
• participle: fibering

Origin and Evolution of fiber

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'fiber' originated from the Latin word 'fibra' which referred to a thread or filament.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'fiber' expanded its meaning to include dietary fibers found in plants and the structural fibers found in materials like textiles and composites.