plant food

noun

Synonyms of plant foodnext

Examples of plant food in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Fiber, sometimes called dietary fiber, is a type of carbohydrate found in plant foods, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, 23 Feb. 2026 The results suggests that diets emphasizing plant foods, particularly those that help control blood pressure, are linked to better long-term brain health. Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 23 Feb. 2026 Whole plant foods, soluble fiber, and unsaturated fats can help lower LDL cholesterol. Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 23 Feb. 2026 Understanding Net Carbs Fiber (present in fruit and other plant foods) is a type of carb that isn't absorbed as well in the digestive tract, and therefore doesn't affect blood sugar. Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plant food

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of plant food was in 1853

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Plant food.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plant%20food. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

plant food

noun

More from Merriam-Webster on plant food

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster