food

[fuːd]

food Definition

• 1. any substance that is eaten or drunk to provide nutrition or to satisfy hunger
• 2. nutritious substances in general

Using food: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "food" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I need to buy some food for dinner tonight.

• Example

  The restaurant serves delicious food.

• Example

  Junk food is not good for your health.

• Example

  Food and water are essential for survival.

food Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for food

• nourishment
• sustenance
• fare
• cuisine
• provisions

Antonyms for food

• toxin
• poison

Idioms Using food

• bite off more than one can chew

  to take on more responsibility or work than one can handle

  Example

  I think I bit off more than I can chew with this project. It's going to take longer than I thought.

• bring home the bacon

  to earn a living or provide financial support for one's family

  Example

  My dad works hard to bring home the bacon for our family.

• in a nutshell

  in summary or briefly

  Example

  To put it in a nutshell, we need to increase sales if we want to stay in business.

Phrases with food

• fast food

  food that is prepared and served quickly, often in a restaurant chain

  Example

  I don't eat fast food very often because it's not healthy.

• finger food

  small pieces of food that can be eaten with the fingers, often served as appetizers

  Example

  The party was catered with lots of finger food, like mini quiches and chicken skewers.

• comfort food

  food that provides a nostalgic or sentimental feeling of well-being, often associated with childhood or home cooking

  Example

  When I'm feeling down, I like to eat comfort food like mac and cheese or mashed potatoes.

Origins of food

from Old English 'fōda', meaning 'nourishment'

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Summary: food in Brief

The term 'food' [fuːd] refers to any substance that is eaten or drunk to provide nutrition or to satisfy hunger. It encompasses everything from fast food to comfort food, and includes phrases like 'finger food.' Idioms like 'bite off more than one can chew' and 'bring home the bacon' use food metaphors to convey meanings. 'Food' is essential for survival and can be nutritious or unhealthy.