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Nonfood

Definition:

adj. not relating to or suitable for consumption as food

n. a substance that is not intended or suitable for consumption as food

Senses:

1. adj. Not edible or not intended to be eaten.
2. adj. Not involved in the production or consumption of food.
3. n. A substance that is not intended or suitable for consumption as food.

Examples:

Sense 1:

• The nonfood items aisle in the supermarket includes cleaning supplies, toiletries, and housewares.
• The packaging clearly states that this product is nonfood; do not consume.

Sense 2:

• John decided to work in a nonfood industry and pursued a career in automotive engineering.
• She took on a nonfood role in the company and started working in the finance department.

Sense 3:

• Many households keep nonfood substances locked away to protect children from accidental ingestion.
• The label on the bottle indicated that it was nonfood and not suitable for human consumption.

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