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macronutrient

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macronutrient /ˌmakrəʊˈnjuːtriənt /
noun Biology a type of food (e.g. fat, protein, carbohydrate) required in large amounts in the diet.
a chemical element (e.g. potassium, magnesium, calcium) required in large amounts for plant growth.
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