food

noun

ˈfüd How to pronounce food (audio)
Definition of foodnext
1
as in provisions
substances intended to be eaten a simple, little restaurant with excellent food

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2
as in nourishment
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect a fascinating, highly readable book that will serve as brain food for those long winter evenings

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Recent Examples of food The inspector later observed multiple spray cans of Skidoo insect killer inside the establishment, which this brand’s label indicates is not for use in a food establishment. — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026 From time-saving kitchen gadgets and food warmers to festive serving platters, Thanksgiving table decorations and clever ways to store leftovers, there are plenty of products that can help make the holiday feel a little less stressful. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026 Reorienting my perspective to see food not as a reward, but a power source, changed everything. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026 As the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche return to Ball Arena for their new seasons, fans will find nearly 100 new food and drink items on the menu, including offerings from local businesses joining the arena's lineup of vendors. — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for food
Recent Examples of Synonyms for food
  1. provisions
  2. nourishment
  3. bread
  4. sustenance
  5. meat
  6. meal
  7. fare
  8. table
Noun
  • Several bills in this year’s regular session sponsored by Brown had to do with provisions for property classification and real estate wholesaler disclosures.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The provisions included in the legislation named for the late senator aimed to weaken Russia's ability to fund its war against Ukraine by cutting billions from its export revenue.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of provisions
Noun
  • Beloved returns as an unquenchable force demanding more and more nourishment and attention from Sethe.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
  • An oil-in-serum pulls the nourishment of oil into a lighter, serum-style formula.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of nourishment
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  • The family ritual includes bread and oil in the middle of the table and Denver's requests for more butter.
    — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Today’s recipe Many meatballs are made with a panade, often a mixture of white bread soaked in milk, which lends moisture to the final meatballs.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of bread
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  • Then on Wednesday morning, Luna reunited with her owners thanks to the efforts of local rescuers, tourists and park employees, capping a survival tale that required avoiding bears and coyotes while locating enough sustenance and shelter.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The cave’s inhabitants also extracted marrow from bones for sustenance, according to the study.
    — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of sustenance
Noun
  • Containers with food preparation with crab meat do not have a date marked.
    — NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Honoring the legend with your meat is the only way to truly pay your respects.
    — Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of meat
Noun
  • From employees in white paper boat hats to burgers and fries tucked into open cardboard trays ready for a meal in the car, In-N-Out has built a following that extends well beyond its restaurant doors.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
  • From Tuesday through Saturday, he can still be found in the kitchen in full effect, ensuring every meal meets his exacting standards.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of meal
Noun
  • Uber's practice of lifting fares when demand outstrips the supply of available drivers, such as during rush hour, is a type of dynamic pricing known as surge pricing.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Food and drink After a week of Portuguese fish, pork, sausages, and potatoes, I was thrilled to discover that Octant Praia Verde offered lighter salads, healthy juices, and vegetarian dishes in addition to traditional Portuguese fare.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of fare
Noun
  • Once again, if Tesla were bringing already big and fast-rising profits to the table, the task wouldn’t be nearly as difficult.
    — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Military force may alter the balance of pain without resolving the disputes each side will eventually have to confront across the negotiating table.
    — Ali Vaez, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
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“Food.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/food. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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