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eatable definition

eat·able (ēt′ə bəl)

adjective

fit to be eaten; edible

noun

a thing fit to be eaten; food: usually used in pl.

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eatable Synonyms

eatable

modif.

edible, palatable, nutritious, digestible; see edible.


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eatable Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • part: The eatable parts of the plants are the leaf blades with the smaller veins.
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