VIANDS Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

viands

noun

plural of viand

as in food

substances intended to be eaten the inn serves its choice viands on delicate china and its selection of vintage wines in the finest crystal available

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Noun

But despite years of diplomatic efforts there is no sign of a breakthrough in ending a war that has had repercussions for the global food and energy supply, as well as severely straining relations between Russia and Western countries.

— HANNA ARHIROVA, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026
Food and drink The food is a definite highlight here, with several places to eat and drink.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of food

Noun

Ryan added that parents cannot rely on provisions that attempt to prevent court battles, such as no-contest clauses, which disinherit beneficiaries who raise legal challenges.

— Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
The defense maintained that the Penal Code, rather than the Elections Code’s ballot-custody provisions, governed the investigation.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of provisions

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In addition to selling eggs, cheese, breads, fruits, and vegetables out of their stalls, there are food truck vendors like Lizzie Searing of Taking Care of Tummies (serving breakfast, lunch, and Bloody Marys).

— Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2026
There is at least one crumb of comfort for customers of the Luces’ bakery in Saint-Just-en-Chaussée who come not just for bread and cakes but often for a chat, too.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of bread

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Use a rasp and grate a couple of tablespoons right into the raw meat mixture before mixing.

— Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
The early menu structure was fascinating, with ingredients categorized by their preparation, centered around meats and vegetables organized by their preparation (roasted, braised, sautéed) and meant to be mixed and matched a la carte.

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of meat

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