1
as in provisions
substances intended to be eaten
a simple, little restaurant with excellent food
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in nourishment
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect
a fascinating, highly readable book that will serve as brain food for those long winter evenings
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of food
Access to a feeder with fresh seeds or food is critical during the colder months when less food is available and birds have a pitstop to fuel up.
—
Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
Buffalo are connected to Native American culture, not only as a provider for food and clothing and more, but as a symbol strength, Gaw said.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Raw oysters served at a Los Angeles event celebrating the best local restaurants have been linked to a possible norovirus outbreak, leaving at least 80 people sick, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed to food website L.A. Taco, ABC News and The Los Angeles Times.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Although in this case, the squirrels don’t seem to be motivated by a scarcity of any other food source, per SFGATE, rather, the high population of voles appears to be the reason for their hunting.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for food 
Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
Buffalo are connected to Native American culture, not only as a provider for food and clothing and more, but as a symbol strength, Gaw said.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Raw oysters served at a Los Angeles event celebrating the best local restaurants have been linked to a possible norovirus outbreak, leaving at least 80 people sick, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed to food website L.A. Taco, ABC News and The Los Angeles Times.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Although in this case, the squirrels don’t seem to be motivated by a scarcity of any other food source, per SFGATE, rather, the high population of voles appears to be the reason for their hunting.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for food
Recent Examples of Synonyms for food
Noun
-
The size of the grains of sand, the amount of sand deposited, and the frequency of sand replenishments are all factors in the effectiveness of beach nourishment projects, Greer said.Philip Diehl, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024
-
This leads to situations where every chick in a nest competes for what little nourishment their parents can provide and pins weaker individuals against their stronger siblings.Scott Travers, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The table was set with slices of watermelon as well as cucumber and tomato salads, and a steamed bread called jin momo resembling Chinese bao.Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
-
There are also other different deli sandwiches that Nam Luu describes as homemade down to the bread.Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
For the female, this ensures a reliable supply of sperm, while the male benefits from constant sustenance, eliminating the need to forage. 3.Scott Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
-
Locally sourced food trucks like Tamale Shoppe and the Phoenix Culinary Collective offered up delicious and eco-friendly sustenance, while readily available water refill stations and a robust composting system minimized waste.Katie Bain, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
An Arkansas Game and Fish officer responded to the area and found four deer carcasses with large amounts of edible meat portions wasted, according to a Facebook post from the Sheriff's Office.NWA Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 31 Dec. 2024
-
These are the folks staffing the $173 billion meat packing industry, who make up the majority of construction workers in states like Texas, and whom farmers depend on to care for and pick their crops.Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 31 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
No stay at a traditional inn would be complete without an indulgent kaiseki meal and Ryokan Kurashiki does it right, with a seasonal menu that highlights the best of local ingredients.Christina Liao, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2025
-
How to Cook a Steak in the Air Fryer What to Serve with Garlic Steak Bites These steak bites are delicious on their own as an appetizer, but just as easy to turn into a full meal.Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
By the owners of Leah and Louise and Uptown Yolk, this new restaurant by the Colliers offers a familiar Southern seasonal fare.Laura Barrero, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
-
Open 4:30-10:30 p.m. Prime 47's Clay Terrace location will serve its typical steakhouse fare.Bradley Hohulin, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The veteran forward has stepped up his overall game in recent years and would bring more championship experience to the table.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
-
Panelists on Washington Week With The Atlantic joined last night to discuss this and how a government shutdown came to be on the table.The Editors, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near food
Cite this Entry
“Food.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/food. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share