Foodstuff

/ˈfuːd.stʌf/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Substances that are used as food.
We need to stock up on foodstuffs before the storm hits.
Any type of food or ingredient meant for consumption.
The market offers a variety of organic foodstuffs.
Products prepared for human consumption.
The foodstuff industry is constantly evolving with new trends.
Raw materials that can be made into food products.
Cereals and grains are essential foodstuffs in many cultures.
Prepared food items sold in stores.
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

Grub
Let's grab some grub!
Chow
I'm starving, let's find some chow.