nourrir
/nu.ʁiʁ/
1.
verbInf2nd
feed
provide food for
On doit nourrir le chat deux fois par jour.
We have to feed the cat twice a day.
Synonyms:alimenter, donner à manger
2.
verbInf2nd
nurture
foster
sustain (feelings, ideas, hopes)
fuel (emotions, rumours, ambitions)
Il ne faut pas nourrir de faux espoirs.
You shouldn't nurture false hopes.
Synonyms:entretenir, alimenter, susciter
3.
verb (pronominal usage)Inf2nd
eat
feed oneself
Il se nourrit principalement de légumes.
He mainly eats vegetables.
Synonyms:manger, s'alimenter
