whole food

noun

: a natural food and especially an unprocessed one (such as a vegetable or fruit)

Examples of whole food in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The list includes whole foods, of course, but also spices and herbs. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 16 Sep. 2026

Maintaining a healthy body weight for you and following a diet consisting of whole foods, such as whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables, and lean meats, can provide nutrients that support liver health. — Merve Ceylan, HEALTH, 9 Sep. 2026

Key Takeaways In certain cases, eating high-fiber, whole foods can have effects on constipation management comparable to those of a fiber supplement, sometimes with fewer side effects. — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 7 Sep. 2026

Work toward building meals around whole foods that support the brain over time. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for whole food

• altitude
• amplitude
• aptitude
• attitude
• barbecued
• certitude
• desuetude
• devalued
• finitude
• fortitude
• gratitude
• interlude

Medical Definition

whole food

noun

: a natural food and especially an unprocessed one (as a vegetable or fruit)