Non-food

adj, noun

adj, noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A crop or product that is not intended for consumption as a food.

    "We offer an extensive selection of high-quality non-foods at affordable prices."

Adjective
  1. 1
    Not intended for consumption as a food. not-comparable

    "This pie chart includes the sales of non-food articles (such as health and beauty, pet care, clothing)."

Example

More examples

"This pie chart includes the sales of non-food articles (such as health and beauty, pet care, clothing)."

Etymology

From non- + food.

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