food UK US /fuːd/ noun
► [U] something that people eat to keep them alive: »
The country has become a huge importer of raw materials such as cotton, steel, and food products.
»The problem is that many small companies don't register their products as food additives, thus avoiding supervision.
»the food business/industry
»a food company/distributor/retailer
»food labelling/manufacturing/packaging
► [C or U] a particular type of food: »
Sales of organic food are growing rapidly.
»chilled/frozen/convenience foods
»baby/cat/dog food
Financial and business terms. 2012.