perishable — Likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food items that need refrigeration. Something that does not last long.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food items that need refrigeration. Something that does not last long.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈperɪʃəbəl/
Example Sentences
- My roommate bought so many perishables that our fridge looks like a grocery store about to expire.
- The delivery truck for perishables broke down, turning fresh groceries into a science experiment.
- Perishable items require special handling and quick transportation.
perishable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈperɪʃəbəl/]
Likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food items that need refrigeration. Something that does not last long.
Likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food items that need refrigeration. Something that does not last long.
Perishable goods going bad is terrible, but the loss is bearable!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'perire' meaning 'to pass away' or 'to be destroyed completely'. The word evolved from describing complete disappearance to specifically referring to things that decay or spoil over time.
Breakdown
per- (through/completely) + -ire (to go) + -able (capable of being) = 'capable of being completely destroyed'
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📝Examples
“My roommate bought so many perishables that our fridge looks like a grocery store about to expire.”
“The delivery truck for perishables broke down, turning fresh groceries into a science experiment.”
“Perishable items require special handling and quick transportation.”
“The airport has strict regulations for shipping perishables internationally.”
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