nour·ish 
/ˈnɚrɪʃ/ verb
nour·ish·es; nour·ished; nour·ish·ing /ˈnɚrɪʃ/ verb [+ obj] 1 : to provide (someone or something) with food and other things that are needed to live, be healthy, etc.
▪ Plants are nourished [=fed] by rain and soil. ▪ Vitamins are added to the shampoo to nourish the hair. ▪ a well-nourished baby 2 : to cause (something) to develop or grow stronger
▪ a friendship nourished by trust ▪ Her parents nourished [=supported] her musical talent.
▪ Plants are nourished [=fed] by rain and soil. ▪ Vitamins are added to the shampoo to nourish the hair. ▪ a well-nourished baby
▪ a friendship nourished by trust ▪ Her parents nourished [=supported] her musical talent.
