perishable

4 definitions • 5 examples

Perishable food decays quickly:

It's important to store perishable food in a cool place.

Food that is perishable has to be used quickly or it will decay so that you cannot eat it:

He owns one of the largest distributors of perishable foods.

used to describe products, especially food, that decay quickly:

Perishable food, such as meat, isn't always handled or stored safely.

Exports of perishable goods have been exempted from routine customs examination.

food products that decay quickly:

Perishables account for more than 50% of supermarket sales.