Food: meaning, definitions and examples

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food

[ fuːd ]

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eating

Any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink in order to maintain life and growth.

Synonyms

diet, fare, nourishment

Examples of usage

Food is necessary for survival.
She cooked a delicious meal with fresh ingredients.
He always buys organic food at the market.

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cuisine

A particular kind of solid nourishment.

Synonyms

cuisine, dish, meal

Examples of usage

I love Italian food, especially pasta dishes.
Mexican food is known for its spicy flavors.

Translations

Translations of the word "food" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comida

🇮🇳 खाना

🇩🇪 Essen

🇮🇩 makanan

🇺🇦 їжа

🇵🇱 jedzenie

🇯🇵 食べ物 (tabemono)

🇫🇷 nourriture

🇪🇸 comida

🇹🇷 yemek

🇰🇷 음식 (eumsik)

🇸🇦 طعام (ta'am)

🇨🇿 jídlo

🇸🇰 jedlo

🇨🇳 食物 (shíwù)

🇸🇮 hrana

🇮🇸 matur

🇰🇿 тамақ

🇬🇪 საკვები (sak'vebi)

🇦🇿 yemək

🇲🇽 comida

Word origin

The word 'food' originated from the Old English word 'fōda', which means 'food, nourishment'. It has been used in various forms in different languages throughout history, reflecting the importance of sustenance in human life. The concept of food has evolved over time, with different cultures developing unique culinary traditions and preferences.