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Dieta

/ˈdiː.ɛ.tə/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A regulated selection of foods, often for health or weight management purposes.

    "She follows a strict diet to maintain her health."
  2. 2

    A particular set of nutritional guidelines or restrictions.

    "The Mediterranean diet is known for its health benefits."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'dieta' originates from the Latin 'diaeta', which means 'way of life' or 'diet'. It evolved through Old French before entering the English language, where it retained its meaning related to food and nutrition.

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