Edibility: meaning, definitions and examples
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edibility
[ ˈɛd.ɪ.bɪ.lɪ.ti ]
food quality
Edibility refers to the suitability of food to be eaten by humans or animals. It encompasses the safety, nutritional value, and palatability of the food. Understanding edibility is crucial for avoiding foodborne illnesses and ensuring a healthy diet.
Synonyms
comestibility, food safety, nutritional value.
Examples of usage
- Not all mushrooms have the same level of edibility.
- The edibility of certain plants can vary by region.
- Animal feed must be tested for edibility before being given to livestock.
Translations
Translations of the word "edibility" in other languages:
🇵🇹 edibilidade
🇮🇳 खाने की योग्यता
🇩🇪 Essbarkeit
🇮🇩 kelayakan makan
🇺🇦 съедобність
🇵🇱 jadalność
🇯🇵 食べられること
🇫🇷 comestibilité
🇪🇸 comestibilidad
🇹🇷 yenilebilirlik
🇰🇷 식용 가능성
🇸🇦 قابلية الأكل
🇨🇿 jedlost
🇸🇰 jedlosť
🇨🇳 可食性
🇸🇮 jédljivost
🇮🇸 ætanleiki
🇰🇿 жептілік
🇬🇪 ჭამადობა
🇦🇿 yeyilməsi mümkünlük
🇲🇽 comestibilidad
Etymology
The word 'edibility' originates from the Latin word 'edibilis', meaning 'edible', which itself comes from the verb 'edere', meaning 'to eat'. The term made its way into Middle English as 'edibil', eventually evolving into 'edibility' in the late 15th century. Edibility is a term that has gained increasing importance in the context of food safety and dietary considerations, especially in light of contemporary concerns about foodborne pathogens and toxic substances. As a result, it plays a significant role in both culinary practices and nutritional guidelines. The research into edibility also extends to wild foraging and the study of various plant and animal species, contributing to discussions around sustainability and health.