Eatables — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun plural noun

Meaning & Definition of Eatables

Eatables (noun)

  1. something to eat
  2. food

Eatables (plural noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. substances intended to be eaten

    "the buffet table aboard the cruise ship always had a tempting array of eatables"

    similar: bread, chow, chuck (chiefly West), comestibles, eats, edibles, fare, food, foodstuffs, grub, meat, provender, provisions, table, tucker (chiefly Australian), viands, victuals, vittles
    related: commissary, rations, supplies, aliment, nutriment, diet, nourishment, nurture, sustenance, mess, pap, ensilage, feed, fodder, forage, silage, slop, swill, feast, meal, refreshments, regale, repast, spread, board, dish, plate, platter, serving, finger food, natural food
    near: bane, poison, toxin, venom

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Eatables

The most common words with a similar meaning to Eatables:

Chiefly West: chuck
Chiefly Australian: tucker
bread, chow, comestibles, eats, edibles, fare, food, foodstuffs, grub, meat, provender, provisions, table, viands, victuals, vittles

Related Words for Eatables

commissary, rations, supplies, aliment, nutriment, diet, nourishment, nurture, sustenance, mess, pap, ensilage, feed, fodder, forage, silage, slop, swill, feast, meal, refreshments, regale, repast, spread, board, dish, plate, platter, serving, finger food

Near Antonyms of Eatables

bane, poison, toxin, venom

Origin & Etymology of Eatables

First known use: 1672

Frequently Asked Questions about Eatables

What does "Eatables" mean?

"Eatables" means something to eat. As an a noun and a plural noun, it is defined as: something to eat.

What is another word for "Eatables"?

Other words for "Eatables" include bread, chow, chuck, comestibles, eats, edibles, fare and food. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Eatables" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Eatables"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Eatables". Common alternatives include bread, chow, chuck, comestibles, eats, edibles, fare, food, foodstuffs and grub.

How do you use "Eatables" in a sentence?

Examples of "Eatables" in a sentence: "the buffet table aboard the cruise ship always had a tempting array of eatables".

Is "Eatables" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Eatables" can be used as a noun and a plural noun, depending on the context.

What is the origin of the word "Eatables"?

First known use: 1672.

What is another word for "Eatables" meaning "substances intended to be eaten"?

When "Eatables" (plural noun) means substances intended to be eaten, synonyms include bread, chow, chuck, comestibles, eats and edibles.

What words are related to "Eatables"?

Words related to "Eatables" include commissary, rations, supplies, aliment, nutriment, diet, nourishment and nurture.