: something (such as food or fuel) that is consumable
—usually used in plural
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A.j. Herrington, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The Texas Legislature is considering a ban on nearly all consumable hemp products with THC, as some lawmakers say the business has caused health problems and allowed sales to minors.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Miles Pollard and Kyle Mendelson, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2025
Product revenues remained relatively stable at $79.7 million, with consumables and other products contributing $69.3 million, offsetting a decline in instrument sales.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 17 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The legislation also levies a tax on consumable hemp products.
—A.j. Herrington, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The Texas Legislature is considering a ban on nearly all consumable hemp products with THC, as some lawmakers say the business has caused health problems and allowed sales to minors.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
Given America’s increasing focus on health, consumer empowerment, and market transparency, alcohol should no longer be exempt from the labeling standards that apply to other consumables.
—Miles Pollard and Kyle Mendelson, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2025
Product revenues remained relatively stable at $79.7 million, with consumables and other products contributing $69.3 million, offsetting a decline in instrument sales.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 17 Mar. 2025
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“Consumable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consumable. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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