expiration date

noun

1

: the date after which something (such as a credit card) is no longer in effect

2

: the date after which a product (such as food or medicine) should not be sold because of an expected decline in quality or effectiveness

Examples of expiration date in a Sentence

Check the expiration date on the bottle to make sure the medicine is still good.

Recent Examples on the Web

Biden administration officials on Wednesday announced several potential alternatives for the Colorado River’s long-term management, as the expiration date for the current rules approaches. —Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 20 Nov. 2024

When used correctly, FIFO ensures that items closer to their expiration date are prioritized over the new stuff that has a longer shelf life. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2024

When the next expiration date rolled around in February, Johnson announced the contract will be extended once more until September — after the DNC — before sunsetting. —Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2024

Also, make sure that your expiration date is more than six months out from your return as that’s a requirement for many countries. —Brittany Anas, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

expiration date

noun

1

: the date on which something (as a credit card) is no longer of use

2

: the last date on which a product (as food or medicine) can be safely used