esculent

adjective

ˈe-skyə-lənt How to pronounce esculent (audio)
Definition of esculentnext
as in edible
suitable for use as food harvesting wild mushrooms is no business for amateurs, since some of the esculent ones closely resemble poisonous varieties

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  1. edible
  2. eating
Adjective
  • Allegations of insufficient medical care and lack of hygiene products, edible food and clean drinking water were among these concerns, according to Haney.
    — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Refined grain foods—like white rice, pasta, and bread—are made from grains that are stripped of their nutrient-rich edible layers, leaving only the starchy endosperm.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of edible
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  • In addition to guidelines that prohibit explicit pro-eating disorder content, Instagram and TikTok have dedicated pages about getting help for eating disorders.
    — Jordyn Tovey, The Conversation, 22 May 2026
  • Sporks have come a long way from their humble beginnings in Rhode Island, and as the traveler’s preferred eating utensil, they’re destined to go ever further.
    — James Stout, Outside, 29 Mar. 2026
Definition of eating
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“Esculent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/esculent. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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