Meaning & Definition of word "Edible"

Edible

/ˈɛd.ɪ.bəl/

1. Suitable or safe for eating.
- Example: The mushrooms in the forest are not all edible; some are poisonous.
2. Fit to be eaten; consumable.
- Example: She prepared an edible arrangement of fruits and flowers for the party.
3. Capable of being eaten without adverse effects.
- Example: Only a small portion of the plant is edible, while the rest is toxic.
4. Describing food that is prepared for consumption.
- Example: The edible items at the festival included a variety of local dishes.
5. Referring to food products that can be consumed safely.
- Example: Many flowers are not only beautiful but also edible, adding color to your dishes.

●Middle French 'edible', from Latin 'edibilis', from 'edere' meaning 'to eat'.

edible arrangement:

An artistic arrangement of food items, especially fruits or vegetables, designed to be consumed.

edible oils:

Oils derived from plants or animals that are suitable for cooking and consumption.

comestible:

Food that is fit to be eaten.

inedible:

Not suitable for eating; not fit to be consumed.

Meaning: Referring to a drug or substance that can be consumed as food.

● Example Sentence: Those brownies are edible if you like a little extra kick.

Meaning: Used to describe food that is particularly delicious.

● Example Sentence: This dish is so good, it’s definitely edible!