any nourishing substance that is eaten, drunk, or otherwise taken into the body to sustain life, provide energy, promote growth, etc.

more or less solid nourishment, as distinguished from liquids.

a particular kind of solid nourishment

a breakfast food; dog food.

whatever supplies nourishment to organisms

plant food.

anything serving for consumption or use

food for thought.

noun

beverage , drink

noun

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