Definition of foodstuff
: a substance with food value; specifically : the raw material of food before or after processing
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The traditional beer-and-food bets among Ohio and California politicians have started, with foodstuffs from Cleveland or the San Francisco Bay area the payoff for politicians backing their respective teams in the NBA Finals.
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That may seem like a lot people betting a lot of money on a foodstuff historically considered taboo in Europe and North America.
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1872
First Known Use of foodstuff
1872
FOODSTUFF Defined for English Language Learners
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: a substance that is used as food
FOODSTUFF Defined for Kids
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: a substance that is used as food
Medical Dictionary
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: a substance with food value; especially : a specific nutrient (as a fat or protein)
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