Meaning & Definition of word "Foodstuff"

Foodstuff

/ˈfuːd.stʌf/

noun:

  • 1. Substances that are used as food.
    • Example: We need to stock up on foodstuffs before the storm hits.
  • 2. Any type of food or ingredient meant for consumption.
    • Example: The market offers a variety of organic foodstuffs.
  • 3. Products prepared for human consumption.
    • Example: The foodstuff industry is constantly evolving with new trends.
  • 4. Raw materials that can be made into food products.
    • Example: Cereals and grains are essential foodstuffs in many cultures.
  • 5. Prepared food items sold in stores.
    • Example: She bought several packaged foodstuffs for her camping trip.

Etymology

The term 'foodstuff' is a combination of 'food' and 'stuff', referring to materials that constitute food.

Common Phrases and Expressions

foodstuffs of the world:

A collection of various types of food from different cultures.

preserved foodstuffs:

Food items that are processed for long-term storage.

fresh foodstuffs:

Recently harvested or produced food items.

Related Words

nutrition:

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

culinary:

Related to cooking or the kitchen.

grocery:

A store that sells food and other items.

Slang Meanings of foodstuff

Meaning: Grub

Example Sentence: Let's grab some grub!

Meaning: Chow

Example Sentence: I'm starving, let's find some chow.