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food pyramid

noun

a pyramid-shaped representation of the food chain with many food-producing organisms, esp. green plants, at the base and decreasing numbers of food-consuming organisms, esp. animals, at each higher level

food pyramid Usage Examples

Converse of object

include: This Web site provides tips and information on healthy eating, special diets, weight loss and nutrition, including the food pyramid.

Noun used with modifier

guide: Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that... foods from the food guide pyramid.

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